Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Mashed Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas are not just a meal, they're a taste sensation that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine crispy, golden tortillas packed with creamy avocado, protein-rich black beans, and melted cheddar cheese - a perfect blend of Mexican-inspired comfort food that's ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're a busy professional, a hungry student, or a food lover looking for a quick and delicious meal, these quesadillas are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 quesadillas
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas
- Avocado (mashed)
- Canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: flour tortillas, ripe avocados, canned black beans, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Make sure your avocados are ripe for easy mashing.
- In a medium bowl, scoop out the flesh of the avocados and mash them with a fork until smooth. You can add a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime juice for extra flavor, but this is optional.
- In another bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans with the mashed avocado. Mix well until the beans are evenly distributed throughout the avocado.
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. You can lightly grease the pan with a small amount of oil if desired to prevent sticking.
- Place one flour tortilla in the heated skillet. Spread a generous amount of the avocado and black bean mixture evenly over half of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle a handful of shredded cheddar cheese over the avocado and black bean mixture. You can adjust the amount of cheese to your liking.
- Fold the tortilla in half, covering the filling. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla over using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until it is golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.
- Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with sour cream on the side for dipping. Enjoy your delicious mashed avocado black bean quesadillas!
Tips
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that yield slightly when gently pressed to ensure maximum creaminess.
- Drain beans thoroughly: Pat your black beans dry to prevent soggy quesadillas.
- Use medium heat: This ensures a crispy exterior and perfectly melted cheese without burning.
- Don't overstuff: Too much filling can make your quesadillas difficult to flip and cause them to fall apart.
- Optional flavor boosters: Add chopped cilantro, a dash of cumin, or a sprinkle of chili flakes to elevate the flavor profile.
- Serve immediately: Quesadillas are best enjoyed hot and crispy right off the skillet.
- Get creative with toppings: Experiment with salsa, guacamole, or hot sauce for extra zing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
