Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas
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Prep Time
15
Cook Time
8
Course
Dietary Choice
Ingredients
- ½ onion, sliced
- ½ bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup black beans, drained
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 4 medium soft flour tortillas
- 2 avocados, peeled, halved, seeded and sliced
- ¼ cup minced cilantro
- 1 lime, cut in half
- 1 cup light Mexican, Cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Oil or cooking spray for grilling
Directions
- In a medium pan over medium-high heat, saute onion and bell pepper in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
- Add the black beans and taco seasoning. Cook for another minute. Transfer mixture into a small bowl and set aside.
- In a small bowl, lightly mash the avocados with a fork.
- Stir in cilantro and juice of ½ lime, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread a quarter of mashed avocado onto half of a tortilla.
- Top with bean mixture and ¼th cup of cheese. Fold the tortilla closed over the veggies.
- Repeat until all tortillas are filled and all fillings are used.
- Cook on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side or until the outside is crispy and cheese has fully melted.
- Serve with your favorite salsa or sour-cream, Enjoy!
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