Grilled Black Bean Burger Quesadillas

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Grilled Black Bean Burger Quesadillas—an irresistible fusion of hearty veggie burgers and cheesy quesadilla perfection! Made with a flavor-packed black bean mixture featuring panko breadcrumbs, bold spices like cumin and chili powder, and melty Mexican cheese, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a satisfying meal. Crispy, golden-brown tortillas envelope the smoky black bean patties, creating a blend of creamy, crunchy, and savory textures in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these vegetarian quesadillas are perfect for a quick dinner or crowd-pleasing party snack. Serve them with your favorite toppings—think zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream—for a customizable dish that'll delight everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 4 Large flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0 Optional toppings (salsa, sour cream, guacamole, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans. Place them in a medium mixing bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.

Step 2

Add the panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Form the mixture into 4 small patties that are about 4 inches in diameter. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the black bean patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Wipe out the skillet and heat it over medium heat. Lay one of the tortillas flat in the skillet.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese onto one half of the tortilla. Place a cooked black bean patty on top of the cheese, then sprinkle another 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over the patty.

Step 7

Fold the tortilla in half so it forms a semicircle. Press gently with a spatula to secure the filling.

Step 8

Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, patties, and cheese.

Step 10

Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool slightly. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each quesadilla into wedges.

Step 11

Serve with optional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1009.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2379.7

Total Fat 132.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 452.4mg	0%
Sodium 5745.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 109.2g	0%

Vitamin D 99.3IU	0%
Calcium 2213.7mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 605.4mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 32.8%