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Beef Quesadilla served on a platter with pico de gallo and avocado salsa on the side
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Beef Quesadilla Recipe

Quick, easy, and oh-so-yummy, this simple beef quesadilla recipe will help you get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Calories: 457kcal
Author: Vanessa

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • ½ cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon tomato sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups Mexican Blend cheese, shredded
  • 4 large flour tortillas

Instructions

  • In a medium pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and using a wooden spoon, break it down to separate.
  • Add taco seasoning and stir. Let it cook for about 5 minutes or until there’s no pink left.
  • Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, water, and salt. Lower the heat to medium and let simmer for 5 - 8 minutes, or until all the water has evaporated. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Top one side of a tortillas with cheese, then layer the beef and beans mixture, and finally add another layer of cheese. To close the tortilla, fold it in half.
  • Carefully, place the tortilla in a large pan over medium heat. Heat the quesadilla, occasionally turning it, for about 2 - 3 minutes on each side, or until the cheese has melted and the tortilla is golden. Repeat with the remaining tortillas to make four quesadillas.
  • Serve warm with your favorite salsa.

Notes

  • Add a bit of butter to the pan or spray with cooking oil for a crispier tortilla!
  • For a bit more cheesiness, sprinkle a little bit of cheese on the outside of the quesadilla, let it melt, and then flip it so the cheese fries against the quesadilla. Repeat with the other side if you’d like.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 993mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 388IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 432mg | Iron: 3mg