Kidney Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients

2 ounces rinsed drained canned red kidney beans
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tsp chopped fresh cilantro (Chinese parsley) or Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
2 flour tortillas (6-inch diameter each)
2 tbsp each chopped tomato and green bell pepper, divided
2 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
2 tsp vegetable oil

Method
 

  • Using a fork, in small mixing bowl combine beans, garlic and cilantro (or parsley) and mash until combined; set aside.

  • In 9-inch nonstick skillet cook 1 tortilla over medium-high heat, turning once, until heated through and flexible, 1 to 2 minutes on each side.

  • Transfer to plate; spread half of the bean mixture over half of tortilla.

  • Top bean mixture with half of the tomato and bell pepper, and then with half of the cheese.

  • Fold tortilla in half to cover filling; repeat procedure with remaining tortilla, vegetables and cheese.

  • In same skillet heat oil; add filled tortillas and cook, turning once, until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

  • Remove from skillet and cut each tortilla in half.

  • MAKES 2 SERVINGS

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