Black Bean and Corn Quesadilla

Portion Size: 1/2 Quesadilla. 

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 teaspoons oil
¼ cup onionsPeel and finely chopped
3 (15.5) oz. cans of no added salt black beansDrained and rinsed
2 cups frozen sweet corn
½ cup  fresh tomato Wash, trim and dice
8  green onionsWash, trim and slice. Including greens
4 cups low-fat Monterey Jack cheese For vegan: use vegan cheese
8 large flour tortillas (no lard variety)May use whole grain 
¼ cup margarine (plant based)
½ cup salsaOptional 
½ cup light sour creamOptional For vegan: use vegan sour cream.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. 
2Add onion and sauté until softened.
3Stir in beans, corn and tomato. 
4Cook until heated through.
5In a large skillet add a small amount of margarine and heat over medium heat. 
6Place tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle evenly with cheese and green onions and top with some bean mixture. 
7Place another tortilla on top and cook until golden.
8Flip and cook the other side until golden. 
9Top with sour cream and salsa as desired. 
10Cut in half and serve warm. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates