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Pinto Bean and Feta Cheese Quesadillas

3.6

(23)

A fat-free spicy bean mixture and a sprinkling of low-fat, high-flavor feta cheese are sandwiched between whole wheat tortillas for quesadillas that even health-conscious eaters can enjoy. Rich in carbohydrates, this dish provides lots of energy.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 15- to 16-ounce cans pinto beans, drained, rinsed
3/4 cup chopped red onion
3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 jalapeño chilies, seeded, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 whole wheat flour tortillas (about 8-inch diameter)
8 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
Vegetable oil

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine first 6 ingredients in processor. Using on/off turns, process until very chunky puree forms. Transfer to bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)

    Step 2

    Place 1 tortilla on work surface. Spread with 1/4 of bean mixture. Top with 2 tablespoons cheese, then another tortilla. Heat heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Brush with oil. Add quesadilla; cook until beans are heated and tortillas are brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to warm plate and cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas, bean mixture and cheese. Cut each quesadilla into 8 wedges and serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per Serving: calories
222; fat
10 g; sodium
427 mg; cholesterol
13 mg
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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