These BBQ Black Bean Quesadillas take about 30 minutes to prepare, and they’re healthy and filling. The black beans are cooked in an easy homemade BBQ sauce and combined with melted cheese inside a crispy tortilla. These vegetarian quesadillas are great for lunch or dinner. Enjoy them with guacamole, sour cream, or salsa!
Quesadillas are not always easy to photograph, but they’re always delicious to eat! These BBQ Black Bean Quesadillas are a favorite around here because they’re flavorful, filling, and packed with protein. They’re hearty enough for dinner but also easy enough for lunch. Serve with chips and dip for a complete meal.
Why You’ll Love These BBQ Black Bean Quesadillas
- They are packed with flavor – Don’t get me wrong—I love a traditional black bean and cheese quesadilla, but mixing the beans with BBQ sauce before assembling your quesadillas adds a whole new level of flavor.
- They’re quick and easy to make – This recipe comes together in just about 30 minutes and uses mostly pantry staples. You can also make the BBQ beans ahead of time and quickly assemble your quesadillas just before dinner or lunch.
- They’re fun and unique – Adding the BBQ sauce makes these quesadillas more exciting than regular bean and cheese quesadillas. The BBQ sauce flavor goes well with the beans and cheese and makes these quesadillas memorable.
BBQ Black Bean Quesadilla Recipe Ingredients
- Black Beans – I used two cans of black beans that I rinsed and drained. You can use homemade black beans, too. Pinto beans or white beans would work great if you don’t have black beans.
- BBQ Sauce – I use a homemade BBQ sauce I’ve made for years. It has a marinara sauce base, along with ketchup, dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and lots of spices. It’s quick and easy to throw together, but bottled BBQ sauce would also work if you prefer that.
- Tortillas – I used burrito-sized flour tortillas, but any size will work. You can also use gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas if you need to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Cheese – You can use any kind of cheese you like for these quesadillas as long as it melts well. I used a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses that I had already shredded. Vegan cheese can also be used if needed.
How To Make Black Bean Quesadillas
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 teaspoons olive oil and the onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are soft, then add garlic. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the marinara sauce and all remaining ingredients, excluding the black beans. Stir until the sauce is combined and let cook for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. Next, add the black beans, mix everything together, and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble your quesadillas. Lay your flour tortilla on a flat surface. Add a couple of spoonfuls of the BBQ black beans to half of the tortilla. Spread them out with a spoon, and then top with about 1/3 cup shredded cheese. Fold the other side of the tortilla over so you have a quesadilla.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add oil or butter. Place your quesadillas in the hot pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and the cheese is completely melted. Let cool for a few minutes, and enjoy.
Quesadilla Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
- Can these quesadillas be made gluten-free? Yes, just use gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas.
- Can vegan cheese be used? Yes, use your favorite melty vegan cheese in place of regular cheese.
- What size tortillas are best for these quesadillas? I like to use burrito-size tortillas, but any size should work. If you use smaller tortillas, adjust your filling measurements.
- What cheese is best for these quesadillas? I used a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and it worked great. You can use any kind of cheese you like.
Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I will get back to you ASAP.
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BBQ Black Bean Quesadillas
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These BBQ Black Bean Quesadillas take about 30 minutes to prepare and they’re healthy and filling. The black beans are cooked in an easy homemade bbq sauce and combined with melted cheese inside of a crispy tortilla. These vegetarian quesadillas are great for lunch or dinner. Enjoy with guacamole, sour cream or salsa!
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons olive oil, or oil of choice
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons tamari, or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4–6 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups shredded cheese, whatever kind you like
- Butter or oil for cooking quesadillas
Instructions
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 teaspoons olive oil and the onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are soft and then add in garlic. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add in the marinara sauce and all remaining ingredients, excluding the black beans. Stir until sauce is combined and let cook for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. Next, add in the black beans, mix everything together and let cook another 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble your quesadillas. Lay your flour tortilla on a flat surface and add a couple spoonfuls of the bbq black beans to half of the tortilla. Spread them out with a spoon and then top with about 1/3 cup shredded cheese. Fold the other side of the tortilla over so you have a quesadilla.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add some oil or butter. Place your quesadillas in the hot pan and let cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cheese is completely melted. Let cool for a few minutes and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Vegetarian, Lunch
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
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