Description
Mexican-inspired avocado black bean quesadillas deliver a zesty flavor explosion with creamy, protein-packed ingredients. Crispy tortillas wrapped around rich beans and smooth avocado create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large-sized tortillas
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup cooked black beans
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
Seasoning and Spices:
- ¼ teaspoon (¼ tsp) salt
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) butter
Sauce and Garnish:
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- ¼ teaspoon (¼ tsp) salt
Instructions
- Prepare a smooth avocado mixture by thoroughly mashing ripe avocados with a pinch of salt in a small mixing bowl until creamy and well-combined.
- Create a strategic cut in each tortilla from the center point directly to the outer edge, which will enable precise folding techniques.
- Strategically distribute the fillings across different quadrants of the tortilla: sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on one quarter, carefully arrange diced fresh tomatoes on the opposite quarter.
- Generously spread the prepared mashed avocado mixture on another quarter of the tortilla, then evenly distribute cooked black beans across the remaining section.
- Carefully fold the tortilla in a clockwise rotation, ensuring the cheese layer remains on the exterior for optimal melting and golden browning.
- Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat (approximately 350°F or 175°C), then gently place the assembled quesadilla in the pan, cooking until each side transforms into a crispy, golden-brown texture (approximately 2-3 minutes per side).
- Craft a complementary sauce by whisking together tangy sour cream, freshly squeezed lime juice, remaining salt, and finely chopped parsley or cilantro until smooth and well-integrated.
- Plate the freshly cooked quesadillas immediately, serving warm alongside the prepared zesty sauce for dipping and enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Master the art of folding tortillas by making a strategic cut from center to edge, allowing perfect quartering.
- Customize your quesadilla with strategic ingredient placement, ensuring even distribution of mozzarella, tomatoes, avocados, and black beans.
- Create a quick creamy sauce using sour cream, lime juice, and fresh herbs that elevates the entire dish with bright, tangy flavors.
- Transform ordinary tortillas into crispy, golden quesadillas by carefully cooking in butter until edges turn deliciously crunchy.
- Balance flavors by gently mashing ripe avocados with just enough salt to enhance their natural creaminess.
- Serve immediately while the quesadillas are warm, guaranteeing maximum enjoyment of melted cheese and crisp exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg