Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas

Crispy tortillas are folded over a savory filling of black beans, sweet corn, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and mild chilies. These quesadillas are a great way to enjoy a protein-packed, vegetarian meal that is both fun to eat and easy to make. Serve them with a side of salsa and guacamole for a festive and filling lunch.

Prep 10 minCook 30 minTotal 40 minUpdated Jul 3, 202640 minVegetarian

Crispy tortillas are folded over a savory filling of black beans, sweet corn, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and mild chilies. These quesadillas are a great way to enjoy a protein-packed, vegetarian meal that is both fun to eat and easy to make. Serve them with a side of salsa and guacamole for a festive and filling lunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 medium onion Onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Black Bean, drained rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Kernel Corn, drained
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Salsa
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flake
  • 1 tbsp Butter, divided
  • 1 cup Flour Tortilla
  • 2 tbsp Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded divided

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in beans and corn, then add sugar, salsa, and pepper flakes; mix well. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  2. Melt 2 teaspoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle evenly with cheese, then top with some of the bean mixture. Place another tortilla on top, cook until golden, then flip and cook on the other side. Melt more butter as needed, and repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

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