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September 16, 2025
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Quesadillas Recipe
Black bean and sweet potato quesadillas were developed during a complete transition to vegetarian eating, representing the quest for new and interesting meat-free meal combinations. This nutritious pairing provides complete protein through beans while sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and complex carbohydrates for sustained energy. The combination creates satisfying vegetarian meals that prove plant-based eating can be both exciting and completely fulfilling for former meat-eaters.
I recently cut meat out of my diet completely. In my quest for new and interesting meals, I came up with these delicious quesadillas!
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup frozen corn
1 (19 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
cooking spray
Directions
Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Mash sweet potatoes and mix in cilantro, chili powder, and salt.
Place corn in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes.
Spread 1/4 cup sweet potato mixture onto 1 tortilla; cover with 1/4 cup black beans and 1 tablespoon corn. Sprinkle 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese atop corn; cover with a tortilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
Spray a frying pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat; cook 1 quesadilla in the hot pan until cheese is melted and beans are heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining quesadillas; slice into quarters.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 663 | Calories |
| 17g | Fat |
| 102g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 663 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 17g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 39% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 1517mg | 66% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102g | 37% |
| Dietary Fiber 16g | 58% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium 324mg | 25% |
| Iron 7mg | 38% |
| Potassium 980mg | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
