Pinto Bean & Feta Cheese Quesadillas – Bon Appetit

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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Hearty whole wheat tortillas stuffed with a chunky pinto bean mixture and tangy feta, grilled until golden.
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These Pinto Bean & Feta Cheese Quesadillas offer a satisfying, protein-packed meal that balances earthy beans with bright, salty cheese. The filling is made by pulsing drained pinto beans with fresh parsley, red onion, and jalape&# 195;±os into a chunky paste, seasoned with warm spices like cumin and chili powder. Spread onto whole wheat tortillas and topped with crumbled feta, they are pan-fried until crisp and bubbly. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch. The combination of texturesâÂÂcreamy beans, crisp tortilla, and melting cheeseâÂÂmakes it a crowd-pleaser. While the original recipe includes feta, making it vegetarian rather than vegan, it remains a healthy, fiber-rich option that feels indulgent without being heavy.

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Pinto Bean & Feta Cheese Quesadillas – Bon Appetit

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 53.6

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These Pinto Bean & Feta Cheese Quesadillas offer a satisfying, protein-packed meal that balances earthy beans with bright, salty cheese. The filling is made by pulsing drained pinto beans with fresh parsley, red onion, and jalape&# 195;±os into a chunky paste, seasoned with warm spices like cumin and chili powder. Spread onto whole wheat tortillas and topped with crumbled feta, they are pan-fried until crisp and bubbly. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch. The combination of texturesâÂÂcreamy beans, crisp tortilla, and melting cheeseâÂÂmakes it a crowd-pleaser. While the original recipe includes feta, making it vegetarian rather than vegan, it remains a healthy, fiber-rich option that feels indulgent without being heavy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Drain and rinse the pinto beans thoroughly.
  2. Place beans, chopped red onion, fresh parsley, minced jalapeño chilies, chili powder, and ground cumin into a food processor.
  3. Pulse the mixture on/off until a very chunky puree forms; do not over-process into a smooth paste.
  4. Transfer the bean mixture to a bowl and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Place one whole wheat tortilla on a clean work surface.
  6. Spread one-quarter of the bean mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edge.
  7. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of crumbled feta cheese over the bean mixture.
  8. Top with a second whole wheat tortilla to close the quesadilla.
  9. Heat a heavy medium skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with vegetable oil.
  10. Place the assembled quesadilla in the skillet.
  11. Cook until the beans are heated through and the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crisp, about 4 minutes.
  12. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden brown, about 4 minutes more.
  13. Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
  14. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, bean mixture, and cheese to make 4 quesadillas total.
  15. Cut each quesadilla into 8 wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 53.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 3.4g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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