Avocado and Black Bean Quesadilla
A quick and tasty quesadilla made with creamy avocado and hearty black beans, perfect for any time of the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 tortillas
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 ripe fresh avocados
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil.
- Spread black beans on one half of a tortilla.
- Mash fresh avocado and spread over the black beans.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese and add spices to taste.
- Fold the tortilla in half and place it in the skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and cut into wedges.
- Serve with salsa.
Notes
Use ripe avocados for the best flavor. Customization is encouraged—feel free to add bell peppers or jalapeños.