Cherry Tomato & Black Bean Quesadilla

Cherry Tomato & Black Bean Quesadilla

Your quest for quesadillas ends here. Whole wheat tortillas, juicy cherry tomatoes and melted cheese--magnífico!

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Cherry Tomato & Black Bean Quesadilla
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.
30 Minutes or Less
Start to finish, this recipe requires only a half-hour or less to make!
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 6 quesadillas

Prep Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 24 cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 12 whole wheat tortillas
  • 4 1/2 cups grated cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Slice each tomato into approximately three or four slices, depending on size of tomato. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Place one tortilla in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet. Distribute 3/4-cup of cheese over the surface of the tortilla.

  3. Step 3

    Top tortilla and cheese with approximately 16 slices of tomato and 1/4-cup of beans. Cover with another tortilla.

  4. step 4

    Heat quesadilla over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Using a spatula, flip the quesadilla and cook on the other side for an additional minute.

  5. Step 5

    Turn off heat and remove quesadilla from the skillet. Allow to cool for several minutes. Cut quesadilla into eight even pieces. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Serve with toppings of your choice.

  6. Toppings

    Suggested toppings: Chopped avocado, salsa, plain yogurt or sour cream, chopped cilantro

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 771
  • Total Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 89mg
  • Sodium: 1441mg
  • Total Carbs: 86g
  • Fiber: 17g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Protein: 39g
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