Mango Quesadillas

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The flavor and texture of mango goes well with black beans and Cheddar cheese in this easy main dish. The recipe uses vegetarian chicken substitute, but real chicken would work just as well.

Submitted by MOTTSBELA
Published on April 3, 2019
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • ½ onion, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 1 pinch dried oregano

  • 1 pinch dried basil

  • 1 mango - peeled, seeded and diced

  • 1 (6 ounce) package seasoned chicken-style vegetarian strips (such as Lightlife Smart Strips®)

  • 6 (10 inch) flour tortillas

  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup arugula leaves

  • 1 (4 ounce) jar jalapeno pepper rings (Optional)

  • 1 (8 ounce) jar salsa

Directions

  1. Place the beans in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook 5 minutes. Partially mash with a potato masher or large spoon. Reduce heat to low, and keep warm until ready to serve.

  2. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and red bell pepper. Season with chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Mix in mango and vegetarian chicken strips, and continue cooking about 2 minutes, until vegetarian chicken is heated through.

  3. In a separate skillet over medium heat, place the tortillas one at a time until soft and warm, about 2 minutes per side. Spread warm tortillas with equal amounts of the the black beans, mango mixture, Cheddar cheese, arugula, and jalapenos. Fold tortillas over the filling and top with salsa to serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

503 Calories
24g Fat
49g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 503
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 10g 51%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 1421mg 62%
Total Carbohydrate 49g 18%
Dietary Fiber 6g 21%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 23g 46%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 404mg 31%
Iron 5mg 25%
Potassium 447mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.