All Recipes - Squash & Black Bean Quesadillas

Squash & Black Bean Quesadillas



These Squash and Black Bean Quesadillas are a cozy, garden-inspired twist on a classic favorite — rich with roasted winter squash, hearty black beans, and melty cheese, all tucked into a whole grain tortilla. Balanced with fiber, plant-based protein, and brain-healthy nutrients, they’re the perfect fall or winter meal for when you want something comforting, nourishing, and easy to make. Add a spoonful of pico or herbed yogurt on top and you’ve got a MIND diet–friendly dinner that checks all the boxes.

Squash & Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup Kabocha squash, cooked, mashed (or mashed sweet potato)
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt
  • pepper
  • olive oil
  • 3 slices sharp cheddar, reduced fat, (optional)
  • 6 medium tortillas

Instructions

  1. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan. Sauté onion until soft.
  2. In a bowl, mash squash with black beans, sautéed onion, and seasonings.
  3. Spread mixture on a tortilla. Optionally break up a slice of reduced fat cheese and add on top of the bean and squash mixture. Top with another tortilla.
  4. Cook quesadillas on a griddle over medium heat until crispy and browned, about 2–3 minutes per side.

Related Recipes

Whole Grain Olive Oil Tortillas
Whole Grain Olive Oil Tortillas

Say goodbye to bland, store-bought wraps and hello to the warm embrace of homemade whole-g...

Cucumber-Tomato Pico de Gallo
Cucumber-Tomato Pico de Gallo

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with tang, this Cucumber‑Tomato Pico de Gallo elevates any d...



Published: Jul 20, 2025