legendleejieun
Culinary Explorer
Get ready to spice up your mealtime with these Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas! Loaded with creamy sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, gooey cheese, and zesty salsa, these quesadillas are a fiesta for your taste buds. They're quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious—perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Let's dive into this cheesy goodness together! These are perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying all to yourself. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to savor every delicious bite!
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Salsa, sour cream, and sliced avocado, for serving (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
- Mash roasted sweet potatoes with a fork until smooth, then stir in rinsed black beans until well combined.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place a flour tortilla in the skillet and spread a layer of the sweet potato-black bean mixture on half of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the sweet potato mixture, then fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
- Once cooked, slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot, with salsa, sour cream, and sliced avocado on the side if desired. Enjoy these flavorful Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas!