Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas Recipe
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding additional vegetables, spices, or protein such as cooked chicken or tofu. These quesadillas are versatile, nutritious, and perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 small red onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
- 6-8 large flour tortillas
- Olive oil for cooking
- Optional toppings: salsa sour cream, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes:Place the diced sweet potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes, or until tender. Alternatively, you can steam or boil the sweet potatoes until fork-tender. Once cooked, set aside.
- Prepare the Filling:In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peppers are softened and fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients:Add the cooked sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn kernels to the skillet. Stir well to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Assemble the Quesadillas:Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place one flour tortilla on the skillet and sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla. Spoon a generous portion of the sweet potato-black bean filling over the cheese. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press down gently with a spatula.
- Cook the Quesadillas:Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve:Remove the cooked quesadillas from the skillet and transfer them to a cutting board. Allow them to cool for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as salsa, sour cream, avocado slices, or fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy:Enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas as a satisfying and flavorful meal or snack!