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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla

Delicious Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla Recipe

An easy and flavorful Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 large tortilla wraps flour, corn, or whole wheat
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch chunks, can use pre-cooked or canned
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 small green pepper diced, any bell pepper can substitute
  • 1 small yellow onion diced, can use red onion instead
  • 1 can cooked black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated, or use dairy-free for vegan
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, can substitute with parsley
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt optional side, can use guacamole or salsa

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the sweet potato chunks. Cook for about 8 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain them and mash with a fork, incorporating chili powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, and a pinch of salt for added flavor.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green peppers, sautéing them until they soften, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes until everything is well combined.
  3. Drain and rinse the black beans. Add them to the skillet with the sweet potatoes and veggies, mixing gently. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a clean skillet over medium heat, place a tortilla flat and spoon about ⅓ cup of your prepared filling onto one half. Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Carefully fold the tortilla over to encase the filling.
  5. Cook the quesadilla for about 1-2 minutes, until the bottom side is crispy and golden brown. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes until crispy and the cheese is melted.
  6. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling, serving hot with yogurt or your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve quesadillas hot off the skillet for the ultimate flavor experience. Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients to enhance your quesadilla.

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