Black Bean and Chorizo Quesadillas
Black Bean and Chorizo Quesadillas - a quick and satisfying meal that's easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Description:
Cheesy and flavorful quesadillas filled with a savory mixture of black beans and spicy chorizo. This is a quick and satisfying meal that's easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: 2 adult servings
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate): 400-500 calories, 20g protein, 25-30g fat, 30-40g carbohydrates.
Utensils Required: Skillet, spatula, cutting board, knife.
Ingredients:
4 large flour tortillas
1/2 cup cooked chorizo, crumbled
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Optional Ingredients: Diced bell peppers, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, jalapeños.
Preparation Instructions:
In a skillet, cook chorizo until browned. Drain any excess grease.
In a bowl, combine chorizo, black beans, red onion, and cilantro.
Lay out two tortillas. Sprinkle half the cheese on each tortilla.
Top with the chorizo mixture, then the remaining cheese.
Top with the remaining two tortillas.
Cook in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
