Yam Quesadillas

Reimagine taco night with these irresistible Yam Quesadillas, a flavorful fusion of sweet yams, spiced black beans, and gooey melted cheddar cheese wrapped in golden, crispy tortillas. Perfectly balanced with smoky cumin, paprika, and a hint of chili powder, the mashed yams bring a creamy texture and a delightful twist to this classic Mexican-inspired dish. Each quesadilla is pan-seared to perfection and served alongside tangy sour cream and zesty salsa for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, these vegetarian quesadillas are an easy, satisfying option for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends. Garnished with fresh green onions, they’re as stunning to serve as they are delicious to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium yams
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup black beans
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 medium flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 0.5 cups salsa
• 2 stalks green onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel the yams and cut them into small cubes for faster cooking.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the yam cubes. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked yams and mash them lightly with a fork.

Step 4

Season the mashed yams with cumin, paprika, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine the spices evenly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mash the black beans lightly with the back of a fork. Leave some texture for added bite.

Step 6

Lay a tortilla flat and spread a generous layer of yam mixture over half of it. Top the yam mixture with a layer of black beans and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Fold the tortilla in half to form a semicircle. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.

Step 8

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place a folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter as needed.

Step 9

Slice the cooked quesadillas into wedges and garnish with sliced green onions.

Step 10

Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1162.6 grams (1162.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2488

Total Fat 146.30g	188%
Saturated Fat 77.90g	390%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 305mg	102%
Sodium 5402mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 235.20g	86%
Dietary Fiber 30.90g	110%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 81.40g	163%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 1947mg	150%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2853mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 36.4%