Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas

Ingredients and Weight:

• Black beans (canned), 2 cans (14 ounces each)
• Corn (canned or frozen), 1 cup
• Bell pepper (red), 1/2 cup, diced
• Onion (white), 1/2 cup, diced
• Garlic (minced), 2 cloves
• Cumin (ground), 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Tortillas (flour), 16
• Cheddar cheese (shredded), 2 cups

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Drain and rinse the black beans.
2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Divide the filling evenly among 8 tortillas.
6. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
7. Fold the tortillas in half and press down to seal.
8. In a large skillet or griddle, heat another drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
9. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per quesadilla
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and golden brown exterior
• Savory and flavorful black bean and corn filling
• Melted cheddar cheese adds a creamy and gooey touch
• Perfect for a quick and easy meal or appetizer

User Comments:

• "These quesadillas are so delicious and easy to make! The black beans and corn give them a great flavor, and the cheese is perfectly melted."
• "I love that these quesadillas are made with simple and healthy ingredients. They're a great way to get my veggies in!"
• "These are the best quesadillas I've ever had! They're so flavorful and cheesy, and the tortillas are cooked to perfection."
• "I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious they were."
• "These quesadillas are perfect for a quick and easy meal. They're also great for meal prepping, as they hold up well in the refrigerator."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find canned black beans, you can use dried black beans. Just be sure to soak them overnight before cooking them.
• If you don't have a skillet or griddle, you can cook the quesadillas in a panini press.
• You can add other ingredients to the filling, such as jalapeños, tomatoes, or avocado.
• Quesadillas can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.