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Southwest Veggie Quesadilla Recipe

Cyd Converse
Made with fajita veggies, black beans and corn, this simple and delicious southwest veggie quesadilla recipe makes an easy weeknight dinner!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Cuisine Beans
Servings 8
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 Orange Bell Pepper
  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 Flour Tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese
  • 1 15 oz can Canned Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn

Instructions
 

  • Remove seeds from the bell peppers and slice into strips.
  • Peel off the skin of the onion and slice into thin rings or slices.
  • Add olive oil to a medium skillet over medium-high heat and heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are soft and onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • In the meantime, divide shredded cheese and spread across hald of each flour torilla.
  • When done, divide and add peppers and onions evenly to each tortilla.
  • Add black beans and corn to each tortilla, then fold in half.
  • Transfer each folded tortilla to a heated, seasoned cast iron griddle or to a grill. Cook on one side for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip and continue to cook until the tortilla is slightly crispy and the cheese inside is melted.
  • Serve with sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapeños or other toppings of choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 11gFat: 8gSodium: 12mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beans, Cheese, Corn, Easy, Easy Dinners, Easy Lunches, Mexican, Onions, Peppers, Salsa, Tortillas, Vegetarian
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