Spicy Corn and Black Bean Quesadilla

A flavorful and satisfying quesadilla featuring sweet corn and spiced black beans, perfect as a quick main dish. Crispy on the outside and packed with protein and fiber.

Main Dish
Easy 15 min 450 cal
Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 2. Add chopped red onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened. 3. Add corn, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Remove mixture from skillet and set aside. 5. Place tortilla in the same skillet on low heat. 6. Sprinkle half the cheese on one half of the tortilla. 7. Spoon the corn and black bean mixture over the cheese, then top with remaining cheese. 8. Fold the tortilla over and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and cheese is melted. 9. Remove from skillet, cut in half, and serve with salsa and sour cream if desired.

Ingredients

1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 small flour tortilla 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 tbsp chopped red onion 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp cumin 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Optional: salsa and sour cream for serving

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