Quesadilla de Frijoles

A Quesadilla de Frijoles is a simple, beloved Mexican street food and home-style dish consisting of a corn tortilla filled with refried beans and cheese, then cooked on a griddle until the cheese melts and the tortilla becomes crispy. It's a staple comfort food found throughout Mexico and in Mexican-American communities, often enjoyed as a quick snack, breakfast, or light meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of plant-based protein and fiber from the beans, with carbohydrates from the tortilla and fat from the cheese and cooking oil. A typical single-serving quesadilla provides roughly 250-350 calories, making it a satisfying yet moderate option.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	580 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Magnesium	65 mg
Phosphorus	170 mg
Folate	95 mcg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.3 mg
Zinc	1.8 mg

Per 1 medium quesadilla (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the ingenious simplicity of Mexican cuisine, transforming basic, affordable staples like beans and corn into a flavorful and filling meal. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and corn creates a complete protein, making it a historically important and balanced dish in the regional diet.