Black Bean and Goat Cheese Quesadillas

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Black Bean and Goat Cheese Quesadillas—an irresistible blend of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors wrapped in golden, crispy flour tortillas. This quick and easy recipe features protein-packed black beans infused with bold spices like cumin and chili powder, paired with the rich, earthy creaminess of goat cheese and a melty layer of sharp cheddar. Fresh red onion and cilantro add a burst of flavor and freshness, while a skillet finish gives them that perfectly crisp exterior. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are ideal for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Serve them hot with a side of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for a dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for vegetarian dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these quesadillas are sure to become your new go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 ounces Goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the black beans, red onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash the mixture lightly with a fork, leaving some beans whole for texture.

Step 2

Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread 1 ounce of goat cheese evenly over half of each tortilla.

Step 3

Spoon the black bean mixture over the goat cheese, dividing it equally among the tortillas.

Step 4

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the black bean mixture, then fold each tortilla in half to form a semicircle.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Place one or two quesadillas (depending on skillet size) in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas, adding more olive oil if needed.

Step 7

Remove the quesadillas from the skillet, slice them into wedges, and serve hot with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(927.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1703.4

Total Fat 87.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 180.7mg	0%
Sodium 3454.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 87.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1412.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 1453.8mg	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: 44.8%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 35.2%