Mushroom and Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 8 flour tortillas (7 inch)
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add bell peppers, beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
3. Place a tortilla on a cutting board. Spread with a thin layer of beans and vegetable mixture. Top with mushrooms, Monterey Jack cheese, and cheddar cheese.
4. Fold tortilla in half and press down slightly.
5. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Place quesadillas on the hot griddle and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6. Remove from heat and slice into wedges.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 260
• Fat: 12g (6g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 520mg
• Carbohydrates: 32g (5g fiber, 3g sugar)
• Protein: 12g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Melty and gooey cheese
• Crispy tortilla
• Colorful and visually appealing

User Comments:

• "These quesadillas were amazing! The perfect balance of flavors and textures." - Sarah J.
• "I love that these quesadillas are so quick and easy to make, but they still taste like they came from a restaurant." - Emily K.
• "I substituted avocado slices for the beans and they were delicious! Will definitely make again." - David G.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to slice the mushrooms thinly for even cooking.
• Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the vegetables, as this will prevent them from browning properly.
• Be careful not to overcook the tortillas, as they will become tough.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or hot sauce.