
Mexican · 30 min
Black Bean-Zucchini Quesadilla with Zingy Greens & Lime Crema
- 30 min
- 2–6 servings
- 645 kcal / serving
A zesty, veggie-packed quesadilla with black beans, zucchini, and a tangy lime yogurt crema. It comes together quickly for a satisfying weeknight meal with a crisp tortilla and creamy filling.
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Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) canblack beans
- 2large flour tortillas
- ½lime
- ¼ (8 oz) blockmozzarella cheese
- ½ cupplain Greek yogurt
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- ½ (8 oz) cantomato sauce
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- 1 mediumzucchini squash
- limes
- yellow onions
From the pantry: apple cider vinegar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, ground, extra virgin olive oil, salt
Cookware
can opener · chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · colander · cutting board · grater · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · nonstick skillet · spatula · stirring spoon · tongs · whisk or fork
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Produce
- ½lime
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- 1 mediumzucchini squash
- limes
- yellow onions
Dairy, eggs & chilled
- ¼ (8 oz) blockmozzarella cheese
- ½ cupplain Greek yogurt
Bakery & bread
- 2large flour tortillas
Pantry & dry goods
- 1 (15 oz) canblack beans
- ½ (8 oz) cantomato sauce
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| black beans | 1 (15 oz) can | 2 (15 oz) cans | 3 (15 oz) cans |
| large flour tortillas | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| lime | ½ | 1 | |
| mozzarella cheese | ¼ (8 oz) block | ½ (8 oz) block | ¾ (8 oz) block |
| plain Greek yogurt | ½ cup | 1 cup | 1 ½ cups |
| spring mix (mixed greens) | ½ (5 oz) pkg | 1 (5 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (5 oz) pkgs |
| tomato sauce | ½ (8 oz) can | 1 (8 oz) can | 1 ½ (8 oz) cans |
| yellow onion | ½ medium | 1 medium | 1 ½ medium |
| zucchini squash | 1 medium | 2 medium | 3 medium |
| limes | 1 ½ |
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Directions
- Rinse all fresh produce and pat dry; if the greens are pre-washed, skip that step.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Slice the onion into thin half-moons while the pan heats.
- Swirl a little oil in the pan, then add the onion with chili powder and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, about 3–4 minutes.
- Drain and rinse the black beans and tomato sauce; stir them together in the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Let the mixture simmer 4–5 minutes, then transfer to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean.
- Coarsely grate the zucchini and sprinkle with salt in a colander; let it sit to draw out moisture while you work on the crema.
- Zest and juice the lime into a small bowl, then whisk in plain yogurt, salt, and pepper to make a crema; set aside.
- Grate the mozzarella and squeeze the zucchini dry in a clean towel to remove excess moisture.
- Assemble each quesadilla by layering beans, zucchini, and cheese on one half of a tortilla, then fold over to close.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat, add a little oil, and cook the assembled quesadillas, turning once, until the tortillas are golden and the cheese has melted, about 5–6 minutes total.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and spices from the pantry to make a quick dressing; toss in the mixed greens to coat.
- Cut each quesadilla into wedges, plate with the dressed greens and a side of lime crema.
Two tips
- Make ahead: prep the crema and wash the greens up to a day in advance and keep refrigerated.
- Serving idea: swap in a handful of chopped fresh cilantro if you have it for a bright finish.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 645 kcal
- Protein
- 31 g
- Carbs
- 80 g
- Fat
- 24 g
- Fiber
- 19 g
- Sodium
- 1149 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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