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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla

Roasted sweet potato and black bean filling with melted cheddar cheese in a crispy corn tortilla, served with a squeeze of fresh lime and cilantro.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla
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Roasted sweet potato and black bean filling with melted cheddar cheese in a crispy corn tortilla, served with a squeeze of fresh lime and cilantro.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dice sweet potato into 1/2-inch cubes and red onion into thin slices.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add sweet potato and onion, and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Warm tortillas in a clean, dry skillet or microwave. Place one tortilla in the skillet.

  5. 5

    Spread half of the sweet potato and bean mixture over the tortilla, sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.

  6. 6

    Top with the second tortilla. Cook until cheese is melted and tortillas are lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  7. 7

    Remove from skillet, cut into wedges, and garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately and enjoy.

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