Bean and Cheese Quesadilla
A Bean and Cheese Quesadilla is a simple, savory Mexican-inspired dish made by filling a flour or corn tortilla with refried or whole beans and melted cheese, then griddling it until golden and crispy. It's a staple in Tex-Mex and Mexican home cooking, often served with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This quesadilla is a good source of plant-based protein and fiber from the beans, with a moderate amount of fat from the cheese, and typically provides around 300-400 calories per serving depending on size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 quesadilla (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a perfect example of how simple, affordable ingredients like beans and tortillas form the backbone of Mexican cuisine, while nutritionally, the combination of beans and tortilla creates a complete protein with all essential amino acids.
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