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Bean Cheese Quesadillas Delight

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This dish combines creamy mashed beans with melted cheese enveloped in golden, crispy tortillas. Ready in just 20 minutes, it offers a delicious, vegetarian-friendly option ideal for lunch or a snack. You can customize fillings with sautéed onions or jalapeños, and serve with salsa, sour cream, or avocado for extra flavor. Cooking involves heating fillings inside tortillas on a skillet until perfectly crisp and melted.

Using simple ingredients like black or pinto beans, shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack, and a touch of butter or oil, this is a hearty, satisfying choice that pairs well with fresh toppings and variations like whole wheat or corn tortillas. Its ease and versatility make it a kitchen favorite.

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Updated on Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:34:00 GMT
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A quick comforting classic featuring creamy beans melted cheese and crispy golden tortillas — perfect for a speedy lunch or snack.

I first made these bean & cheese quesadillas for my family on a busy weeknight — the cheesy filling and golden crispy tortillas always disappeared in minutes!

Ingredients

  • Main: 8 medium flour tortillas 1½ cups canned beans (black beans or pinto beans) drained and rinsed 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar Monterey Jack or a blend) 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil
  • To Serve (optional): Salsa Sour cream Sliced avocado or guacamole Chopped cilantro

Instructions

Mash the beans:
In a bowl lightly mash the beans with a fork for easier spreading (optional).
Heat the skillet:
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
Assemble the quesadilla:
Place a tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded cheese evenly over half the tortilla then add about 3 tablespoons of 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 the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melted.
Repeat and serve:
Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas beans and cheese. Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with your favorite toppings.
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My kids love helping to assemble and fold the tortillas. It quickly became a go-to recipe for fun family nights — bright salsa and cool sour cream make everyone happy!

Required Tools

Large skillet or griddle spatula mixing bowl (optional) knife

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (tortillas) dairy (cheese and butter or sour cream if used) may contain soy. Always check labels to be safe!

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories 350 Total Fat 16 g Carbohydrates 36 g Protein 15 g

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Melted cheese spills from a folded Bean & Cheese Quesadilla, ready to serve with fresh salsa and toppings. | flavza.com

Enjoy these quesadillas hot off the skillet for melty cheese perfection. They're great for dipping and sharing anytime!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What beans work best for filling?

Black beans or pinto beans provide a creamy texture and mild flavor, perfect for this dish.

→ How can I make the tortillas crispy?

Cooking each side in a lightly buttered or oiled skillet until golden achieves a crispy texture.

→ Can I add extra vegetables to the filling?

Yes, sautéed onions, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes enhance flavor and texture nicely.

→ What cheese types are recommended?

Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend melt well and complement the beans' richness.

→ How can I serve this dish for more variety?

Serve with salsa, sour cream, sliced avocado, or guacamole for diverse flavors and creaminess.

→ Are there vegan alternatives for this dish?

Use plant-based cheese and substitute butter with oil to create a vegan-friendly version.

Bean Cheese Quesadillas Delight

A quick, comforting blend of beans, cheese, and crispy tortillas perfect for lunch or snack.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Mexican

Yield: 4 servings

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main

01 8 medium flour tortillas
02 1½ cups canned black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
03 2 cups shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blended cheese
04 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil

To Serve (optional)

01 Salsa
02 Sour cream
03 Sliced avocado or guacamole
04 Chopped cilantro

Instructions

Step 01

Prepare the beans: Lightly mash the drained beans in a bowl with a fork to facilitate spreading.

Step 02

Heat the skillet: Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.

Step 03

Assemble the quesadilla: Place a tortilla in the skillet. Evenly sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheese over half the tortilla, then add approximately 3 tablespoons of mashed beans.

Step 04

Fold the tortilla: Fold the tortilla in half carefully to enclose the filling.

Step 05

Cook until golden: Cook each side for 2-3 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula until the tortilla turns golden brown and the cheese melts.

Step 06

Repeat layers: Remove from heat and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, beans, and cheese.

Step 07

Slice and serve: Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve warm accompanied by preferred toppings.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains wheat (tortillas), dairy (cheese, butter, sour cream if used)
  • May contain soy depending on brand ingredients

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 350
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 36 g
  • Protein: 15 g