Black Bean Quesadillas with Corn Salsa

Savor the irresistible flavors of these Black Bean Quesadillas with Corn Salsa—an easy and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with creamy mashed black beans seasoned with smoky cumin and chili powder, these golden, crispy quesadillas are loaded with melted cheddar and nestled in soft flour tortillas. The fresh, zesty corn salsa made with sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime adds a vibrant, refreshing contrast to the hearty filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegetarian delight is a crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with sour cream or a splash of hot sauce for added zest. Whether you're looking for a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer, these quesadillas are a bold and flavorful choice!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 large Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Fresh corn kernels (from 1 cob or frozen and thawed)
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (diced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 whole Lime (juiced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until partially smooth. Stir in the ground cumin and chili powder.

Step 2

To make the corn salsa, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once heated, lay one tortilla flat in the skillet.

Step 4

Spread 1/4 of the mashed black bean mixture evenly over half of the tortilla. Sprinkle 1/4 of the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beans.

Step 5

Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 6

Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 7

Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with the corn salsa on the side.

Step 8

Optionally, serve with sour cream and hot sauce for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1126.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038.7

Total Fat 116.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 241.6mg	0%
Sodium 4084.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 83.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1790.0mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1712.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 34.7%