BLACK BEAN AND CORN QUESADILLAS

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Great combo of ingredients. I sometimes add beef or chicken, but they are tasty as is. Enjoy.

Provided by Patrice Manning

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 c frozen corn kernals, thawed
2 tsp vegetable oil, plus more for brushing tortillas
1/3 c minced red onion
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/3 c black beans, canned
2 tsp lime juice
salt
2 flour tortillas, 8 inch size
2/3 c pepper-jack cheese, 3 oz.

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a large nonstick skillet to medium high heat. Add corn and cook, stirring, until it becomes brown and pops. 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl.
  • 2. Heat 2 tsp veg. oil in same skillet, add onion and cook til softened. Add garlic and chili powder, cooking about one minute more.
  • 3. Add the beans, cook for about 1 minute. Add corn back into skillet. Press mixture with a spatula to lightly crush the black beans. Transfer all to a medium bowl. Stir in lime juice.
  • 4. Wipe out the skillet and return it to medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add one tortilla and toast it for about 2 minutes when it should puff and soften. Flip and cook the other side for about a minute. Remove the tortilla to a cutting board. Repeat cooking with the second tortilla while assembling the first.
  • 5. To the first tortilla: Sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese, half of the corn and bean mixture, leaving a 1/2 in. border. Fold the tortilla in half and press to flatten. Brush with oil, sprinkle with salt and set aside. Finish the second tortilla.
  • 6. Place both completed tortillas in the skillet oiled side down. Cook over medium heat until well browned. Brush and salt the other side and flip them. Cook another 1 to 2 minutes longer.
  • 7. Remove to a cutting board and cool for 3 minutes. Halve each quesadilla and serve with salsa, guacamole or sour cream. Enjoy!

JH JIBON
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These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken.


Md Naeem
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I'm not a big fan of quesadillas, but these were actually really good. The black beans and corn add a nice sweetness.


Radwa Ezzelarab
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These quesadillas are perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that I can use whatever ingredients I have on hand.


Cherise Erasmus
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I made these quesadillas for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone asked me for the recipe.


Mujahid Saleem Sheikh
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These quesadillas are a great way to sneak some veggies into your kids' diet.


Mdkausar Jr
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes for my family. These quesadillas definitely fit the bill.


Flame MatterYT
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These quesadillas are so easy to make, even my kids can help. We love having them for lunch or dinner.


BYRON WATSON
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I added some chopped avocado to my quesadillas and they were even better. Highly recommend!


Cody Allen
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These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover black beans and corn.


Ntuthuko Shangase
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I'm not a huge fan of black beans, but these quesadillas were surprisingly delicious. The corn and cheese really balance out the flavor.


Madhav Prasad
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These quesadillas are the perfect weeknight meal. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my kids.


Timilehin Gbeyide
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I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a total crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved them!


ITSJUSTIVY
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These quesadillas were a huge hit with my family! They're so easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of black beans, corn, and cheese.


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