Save A quick comforting classic featuring creamy beans melted cheese and crispy golden tortillas — perfect for a speedy lunch or snack.
I started making these bean & cheese quesadillas on busy weeknights when everyone needed food fast and still wanted something satisfying. They're always a hit because they're simple but totally delicious.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas: 8 medium
- Beans: 1½ cups canned black beans or pinto beans drained and rinsed
- Shredded cheese: 2 cups cheddar Monterey Jack or blend
- Butter or neutral oil: 2 tablespoons
- To Serve (optional): salsa sour cream sliced avocado or guacamole chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Mash beans:
- In a bowl lightly mash the beans with a fork for easier spreading (optional).
- Heat skillet:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Assemble quesadilla:
- Place a tortilla in the skillet sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheese evenly over half then add about 3 tablespoons beans.
- Fold and cook:
- Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling cook for 2-3 minutes on each side pressing gently with a spatula until golden and cheese is melted.
- Repeat:
- Remove from skillet and repeat with remaining tortillas beans and cheese.
- Serve:
- Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with favorite toppings.
Save Whenever I make these my kids love helping mash the beans and sprinkle the cheese. It's a quick cooking memory that always brings smiles around the table.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 350 calories 16 g fat 36 g carbohydrates and 15 g protein.
Tools Needed
You only need a large skillet or griddle a spatula and a mixing bowl if you want to mash the beans.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat and dairy may contain soy depending on tortilla and cheese ingredients double-check if necessary.
Save Serve warm for the best gooey cheese experience. These quesadillas make any lunch or snack time more exciting.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use different types of beans?
Yes, black beans or pinto beans work best, both drained and rinsed for creamy texture.
- → What cheeses blend well in this dish?
Cheddar and Monterey Jack or any melty cheese mix gives a smooth, rich taste.
- → How do I get the tortillas crispy without burning them?
Cook on medium heat with occasional gentle pressing until golden brown on each side.
- → Are there good vegan alternatives?
Use plant-based cheese and oil instead of butter for a vegan-friendly version.
- → What toppings complement these quesadillas?
Salsa, sour cream, sliced avocado, or guacamole add fresh, tangy notes to the rich filling.
- → Can I add extra veggies to the filling?
Sautéed onions, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes can be mixed in for added flavor and texture.