Mixed Bean Quesadillas

Mixed Bean Quesadillas

405kcal per serving
30mins
5servings
Allergens Contains gluten Contains milk Contains celery Contains sulphites Contains soya
Preferences Vegetarian Healthier Choice
Main Ingredients Grains & Pulses Vegetables

ingredients

  • 5 tortilla wraps
  • 100g cheddar cheese (grated)
  • 1x 400g mixed beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 120g red split lentils
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 red pepper
  • 3-4florets of broccoli
  • Handful cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp sweetcorn
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 heaped tbsp tomato puree
  • 1 tbsp barbecue sauce
  • 1 lower sodium vegetable stock cube
  • 250ml water

nutrition facts

Per average serving:
energy 1702 kJ / 405 kcal
20 %
fat 12 g
17 %
saturates 6 g
30 %
Sugars 6.9 g
8 %
salt 1.5 g
25 %

of an adult’s Reference intake (8400kj / 2000kcal). Typical values per 100g: Energy 268kJ/64kcal

method

  1. Start by dicing the onions peppers broccoli and mince the garlic.
  2. In a suitable sized pan cook the veggies over a low heat without browning, until any liquid has evaporated.
  3.  Add ground cumin, paprika and sweetcorn and cook for 2-3 minutes
  4. Add split lentils, water and stock cube. 
  5. Then add the mixed beans to the pan.
  6. Add the tomato puree and simmer until lentils are cooked (you may need to add a little more water whilst the lentils cook).
  7. Add the BBQ sauce check seasoning and allow mix to cool.

To Build the Quesadillas;
Layer the bean and lentil mix on one half of each tortilla wrap, top with grated cheese and fold it over.  Bake quesadillas or gently cook in a lightly oiled pan until golden brown, flipping halfway through and pressing down with a spatula. The quesadillas are ready once the filling is piping hot and the cheese is melted.

Serve and Enjoy!

Important information

Allergen information is compiled using data obtained from the manufacturer of products we have used. If you decide to use a different product there may be a different allergen declaration, so please check the labels of all the ingredients you purchase to make this recipe. This information is for guidance only.
Nutritional information has been compiled by Registered Nutritionists using an industry standard software system (FDH Saffron). Please bear in mind that the nutrition will change depending on the products that you use to make this recipe. This information is for guidance only.