Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas

Name: Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1/2 onion; 1/2 bell pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup black beans; 1 tablespoon taco seasoning; 4 medium soft flour tortillas; 2 avocados; 1/4 cup minced cilantro; 1 lime; 1 cup light Mexican; oil or cooking spray for grilling

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4

Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas

Eric Kelley

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A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

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Ingredients

Servings

1/2 onion sliced
1/2 bell pepper sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup black beans drained
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
4 medium soft flour tortillas
2 avocados peeled, halved, seeded and sliced
1/4 cup minced cilantro
1 lime cut in half
1 cup light Mexican Cheddar or mozzarella cheese
oil or cooking spray for grilling

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Instructions

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.
Rinse and wipe down pan and return to heat. Drizzle with a light layer of oil or spray with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, lightly mash the avocados with a fork. Stir in cilantro and juice of 1/2 lime, season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread a quarter of mashed avocado onto half of a tortilla. Top with bean mixture and 1/4th 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!