Cowboy Quesadillas

Saddle up for a flavor-packed Tex-Mex treat with these Cowboy Quesadillas! Featuring savory ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a pop of color from diced red bell peppers, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Seasoned with bold taco spices and layered with gooey melted cheddar cheese between crispy golden tortillas, these quesadillas deliver a satisfying balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re customizable with fresh cilantro and served alongside creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for the ultimate dipping experience. Perfect for the whole family, these cowboy-inspired quesadillas are guaranteed to lasso everyone’s appetite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 yellow onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 4 flour tortillas (large)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving, optional)
• 0.5 cup salsa (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary, and stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, and corn. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 6

Remove the beef mixture from the skillet and set aside. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.

Step 7

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Lay one tortilla flat in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.

Step 9

Spoon about 1/4 of the beef mixture over the cheese, then sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese on top. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.

Step 10

Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling, adding more olive oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 12

Slice each quesadilla into wedges and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 13

Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1820.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3535.0

Total Fat 220.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 603.2mg	0%
Sodium 6371.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 178.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2172.8mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3284.9mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 24.7%