Black Bean, Zucchini, and Monterey Jack Quesadillas Recipe

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Black Bean, Zucchini, and Monterey Jack Quesadillas
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  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat; add in the onions; stir/saute about 5 minutes until they begin to soften but no brown.
  2. Add in the zucchini and jalapeno; stir/saute 8-10 minutes until the zucchini is soft but still holding its shape.
  3. Add in the beans, oregano, vinegar, and salt; stir well to combine.
  4. Take skillet from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
  5. Add in the ricotta; stir to combine.
  6. Transfer mixture to a plate; wipe skillet with a paper towel but don’t wash it.
  7. Brush one side of each tortilla with the remaining oil; place tortillas on a work surface with oiled side down.
  8. Spread Jack cheese evenly over the bottom half of each tortilla, followed by the zucchini mixture.
  9. Fold the tortillas in half to enclose filling.
  10. Heat same skillet over med-high heat for 2 minutes.
  11. Place 2 quesadillas in the skillet, cover, and cook 2 minutes or until undersides are golden and cheese has begun to melt.
  12. Uncover and turn the quesadillas with a spatula; cook 1-2 minutes or until undersides are golden and cheese has melted completely; repeat with remaining 2 quesadillas.
  13. To serve, cut the quesadillas in half, drizzle with the creme fraiche, if using, and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 651.4 Kcal (2727 kJ)
Calories from fat 418.74 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 46.53g 72%
Cholesterol 67.18mg 22%
Sodium 1070.86mg 45%
Potassium 465.29mg 10%
Total Carbs 34.82g 12%
Sugars 1.74g 7%
Dietary Fiber 5.55g 22%
Protein 23.71g 47%
Vitamin C 7.7mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 19%
Iron 3mg 16%
Calcium 566.6mg 57%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 303.2 Kcal (1269 kJ)
Calories from fat 194.91 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.66g 72%
Cholesterol 31.27mg 22%
Sodium 498.44mg 45%
Potassium 216.57mg 10%
Total Carbs 16.21g 12%
Sugars 0.81g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2.58g 22%
Protein 11.04g 47%
Vitamin C 3.6mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 19%
Iron 1.4mg 16%
Calcium 263.7mg 57%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 16.1
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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