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quesadilla
black bean
corn
healthy
quick dinner
27 April 2025

Black Bean and Corn Quesadilla

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

Black Bean and Corn Quesadilla Image

A healthy, protein-packed black bean and corn quesadilla recipe with melted Monterey Jack cheese inside crisp corn tortillas.

Black Bean and Corn Quesadilla

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

A healthy, protein-packed black bean and corn quesadilla recipe with melted Monterey Jack cheese inside crisp corn tortillas.

Black Bean and Corn Quesadilla image
quesadilla
black bean
corn
healthy
quick dinner
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4

Chef's Tips

  • Wipe the skillet clean between batches to prevent burning.

  • Use freshly grated cheese for best melting quality.

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Ingredients

USMetric

Quesadilla Filling

Assembly

Instructions

Prepare Filling

  1. 1

    Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in black beans, corn, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes.

  4. 4

    Mix well and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a dish.

Assemble and Cook Quesadillas

  1. 1

    Wipe the skillet clean. Lay a tortilla in the skillet.

  2. 2

    Sprinkle cheese evenly over the tortilla.

  3. 3

    Top with about 1/4 of the bean mixture and cover with another tortilla.

  4. 4

    Cook until the bottom is golden, then flip and cook the other side until golden.

  5. 5

    Transfer quesadilla to a plate.

  6. 6

    Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

  7. 7

    Slice and serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla

Calories 347
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g13%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 370mg16%
Total Carbohydrates 52g19%
Dietary Fiber 8g29%
Sugars 3g
Protein 19g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.