Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Savor the bold and wholesome flavors of Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This vegetarian recipe combines nutrient-rich fresh spinach, protein-packed black beans, and a fragrant blend of cumin and chili powder for a flavor-packed filling. Sandwiched between crisp, buttery tortillas and melted Mexican blend cheese, each quesadilla boasts a harmonious balance of textures and spices. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are easy to prepare and pair perfectly with salsa and a dollop of sour cream for a vibrant finish. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch, light dinner, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 large Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 0.25 cup Sour cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the beans are warmed through.

Step 5

Remove the spinach and black bean mixture from the skillet and set aside in a bowl.

Step 6

Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel and return it to medium heat.

Step 7

Butter one side of each tortilla. Place one tortilla, butter-side down, in the skillet.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese evenly on the tortilla, followed by 1/4 of the spinach and black bean mixture. Top with another 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, then place a second tortilla on top, butter-side up.

Step 9

Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and spinach-black bean mixture to make 2 more quesadillas.

Step 11

Slice each quesadilla into quarters and serve warm with salsa and sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(880.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1526.9

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 162.9mg	0%
Sodium 4049.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 60.4g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 1421.0mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1175.4mg	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: 46.8%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 37.6%