How to Make Black Bean and Sweet Potato Quesadillas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black bean and sweet potato quesadillas are a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Mexican dish. These quesadillas are filled with a flavorful mixture of black beans, sweet potatoes, onions, and spices, sandwiched between two crispy tortillas. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, and it's sure to become a new favorite in your household.

The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness to the dish, while the black beans provide a satisfying creaminess. Toge...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup frozen corn
  • 1 (19 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Mash sweet potatoes and mix in cilantro, chili powder, and salt.
  • Place corn in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Spread 1/4 cup sweet potato mixture onto 1 tortilla; cover with 1/4 cup black beans and 1 tablespoon corn. Sprinkle 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese atop corn; cover with a tortilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
  • Spray a frying pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat; cook 1 quesadilla in the hot pan until cheese is melted and beans are heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining quesadillas; slice into quarters.
  • Nutrition

    663 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 1517mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 102g
    • Dietary Fiber: 16g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 324mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 980mg