Vegetarian Quesadillas Quick Healthy (Print-Friendly Version)

Delicious quesadillas with sweet potato, avocado, black beans, and cheese, ready in minutes for a healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 4 medium flour tortillas
02 - 1 large sweet potato
03 - 2 ripe avocados
04 - 0.5 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 0.25 cup corn kernels, rinsed and drained
06 - 1 mini red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 mini orange bell pepper, diced
08 - 1 teaspoon diced jalapeño (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
11 - 1 tablespoon butter
12 - 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided

# How to Make It:

01 - Pierce sweet potato with a fork, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and microwave for 8 minutes until tender. Let cool, then mash.
02 - Dice red and orange bell peppers and jalapeño. Sauté in 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Add black beans, corn, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Spread butter on one side of a tortilla. On the other side, layer mashed sweet potato, avocado, sautéed vegetables, and cheese.
05 - Place tortilla buttered-side down in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until golden and cheese is melted. Fold and remove from pan.
06 - Repeat with remaining tortillas. Slice and serve warm with desired toppings such as salsa, sour cream, or lime juice.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Swap sweet potato with mashed butternut squash or refried beans for variety.
02 - Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if preferred.
03 - Store unused filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
04 - Reheat quesadillas in a skillet to maintain crispness.
05 - Top with fresh cilantro, guacamole, or favorite salsa for extra flavor.

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