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Cheesy Baked Black Bean Flautas
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Cheesy Baked Black Bean Flautas

These Cheesy Baked Black Bean Flautas feature corn and black bean filling seasoned with chili, garlic powder, and cumin, rolled in flour tortillas with cheese and baked until crisp. Sprayed with olive oil and sprinkled with paprika and garlic powder, they develop a crispy texture and flavorful crust. Served with guacamole and Greek yogurt, these flautas offer a satisfying vegetarian option with balanced spice and creamy toppings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 7 flautas
Calories: 211 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup corn (steamed or canned)
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 7 flour tortilla 8-9 inch diameter, large
  • olive oil as needed
  • 4 oz cheese cheddar, colby, gouda, mozz, grated
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • hot sauce I used Sriracha to taste
  • guacamole
  • 2-4 TBSP Greek yogurt for topping guac, or sour cream
  • cilantro lime juice, red pepper flakes, fresh salsa, bell peppers, and you can even add some fresh diced jalapeño peppers for a kick!, optional extras
  • olive oil spray but a trusty bottle of your favorite healthy oil will work too! Simply use what you have on hand! I've used both plain oil and spray oil (in a trusty propellant/additive-free container) and either works great!

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil + spritz with a little olive oil to coat
  3. If using canned beans, drain and rinse for best results.
  4. In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Mix + set aside.
  6. Snag a tortilla from your stack, then spray or rub one side of the tortilla with olive oil and then add approx. 2 TBSP black bean filling to the center of the non-oiled, dry side of the tortilla.
  7. Top with a layer of cheese and roll, tightly.
  8. Place rolled tortilla seam-side down onto the baking sheet.
  9. Repeat for each tortilla until you have 7 tortillas on your baking sheet. Leave some space between each one and feel free to secure them with toothpicks if needed.
  10. Give the tortillas one last light spritz or brush of oil to help them crisp up nicely in the oven, then sprinkle with paprika and garlic powder for extra flavor!
  11. Bake on the center rack of your oven for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy!
  12. Give them a few seconds to cool, drizzle with Greek yogurt ranch + your favorite hot sauce, and dig in!
  13. If desired slice each flauta in half + BAM! 7 just turned into 14!
  14. Serve with all your favorite dips, including my new favorites: Sabra Guacamole and Farmer's Ranch Greek Yogurt Dip. Delicious!

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet so both sides of the flautas are exposed to heat evenly.
  • You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas to make the recipe gluten-free.
  • Adding ranch dip to guacamole creates a flavorful third dipping sauce option.
  • Feel free to add fresh diced jalapeño peppers or other fresh toppings like cilantro, lime juice, and red pepper flakes to customize flavor and heat.

Nutrition Information

Calories 211kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 17mg (6%) Sodium 351mg (15%) Potassium 196mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 300IU (6%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 155mg (16%) Iron 1.9mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 7 flautas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 211

% Daily Value*

Calories 211kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 351mg 15%
Potassium 196mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 300IU 6%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 155mg 16%
Iron 1.9mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.