by Whip up these easy and healthy Sweet Potato and Spiced Black Bean Quesadillas on the stove in less than 30 minutes! The creamy mashed sweet potato pairs perfectly with the smoky, spiced black beans, while the crispy golden tortillas add the best crunch in every bite. They’re packed with protein, fiber, and veggies and are super satisfying, making them the perfect healthy dinner recipe!
Friends, I have a confession. I’ve eaten these quesadillas three times in the past week, and there’s no sign of me slowing down.
That’s because my latest obsession as a Registered Dietitian has been quick and easy dinners when I’m seriously just not in the mood to spend more than, like, 20-minutes cooking.
Did I mention they’re also super healthy and balanced, too?! They’re packed with protein from the black beans and fiber from the sweet potato and whole wheat wrap, meaning they’ll keep you full all night long.
And just like my 30-Minute Spiced Chickpea Stew, they’re packed with veggies, meaning tons of micronutrients!
Need a little green with these quesadillas? Lucky for you they pair beautifully with my Actually Tasty Chickpea Salad with Tahini Ranch!
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I’ve Tested This Thoroughly, So You Don’t Have To!
I’ve made these quesadillas what feels like hundreds of times, so here are some things I want you to keep in mind!
- Don’t skip the sweet potato AND the cheese! You need at least one of them to act as a binder and hold the quesadillas together!
- While I’m partial to nice and crunchy veggies in these quesadillas, I’ve also tested them using veggies like mushrom and zucchini and they’re still delicious!
- I actually like the flavor of whole wheat tortillas for these vegetarian quesadillas better than white tortillas, but use whichever you prefer!
- If making my 10-Minute Spiced Black Beans even feels like a little too much work, I’ve made these healthy quesadillas with black beans straight from the can (drained and rinsed, of course) and they still taste delish!
These Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadillas Come Together in a Few Easy Steps!
Easy and Healthy Sweet Potato and Spiced Black Bean Quesadillas (30-Minutes!)
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 batch of 10 minute spiced black beans
- 1 Sweet potato, steamed
- 1 Bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
- 1/4 red onion
- 4 whole wheat wraps
Equipment
Instructions
Cook the Sweet Potato and Spiced Black Beans
- Start by cooking your sweet potato, either by piercing it with a fork a few times and microwaving for 12 minutes (or until fork tender), or placing on a sheet pan and baking in the oven at 400F for 40 minutes (or until fork tender). Make a cut lenghtwise into your sweet potato once it's finished cooking, then mash the inside flesh.1 Sweet potato
- Next, make your 10-Minute Easy Spiced Black Beans.1 batch of 10 minute spiced black beans
Assemble the Quesadillas
- Once the sweet potato and black beans are finished cooking, place the tortillas on a flat surface and layer the ingredients, starting with the 1/4 of the mashed sweet potato, then 1/2 cup of black beans, 1/4 of the bell peppers and red onion, and 1/4 cup of the vegan cheese (if using) per tortilla. Fold the tortilla over to enclose the ingredients.1 batch of 10 minute spiced black beans, 1 Sweet potato, 1 Bell pepper, 1/4 red onion, 4 whole wheat wraps, 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
- Place a large pan on the stove over medium heat. Add the olive oil and spread evenly over the pan. Place the quesadillas on the pan, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway between or until golden brown on each side. Depending on how large your pan is, you may only be able to cook two quesadillas at a time.1 tbsp olive oil
- Slice the quesadilla into triangles and serve with your choice of salsa, fresh cilantro, mashed avocado or sour cream. Serve and enjoy!
