Mexican night just got 10x more fun with these family-approved quesadillas that are loaded with a cheesy beef ‘n’ bean filling and topped with lots of fresh corn-avocado salsa!
It’s Tuesday and I am in a Mexican-mood. Look out ’cause the Mexi-party starts right NOW.
O’laaaaaaaay!
Are you all as Mexi-obsessed as I am? Not likely, but you can give it your best shot. Today’s goodness is pretty much the most excited I’ve been about a recipe in a long time.
Since these rolls anyway and that was almost a WEEK ago! Practically a lifetime in food blogger terms.
We’re going all out for Mexican-night Tuesday. Who needs Taco Tuesday when you can have Quesadilla Tuesday?! It’s a new thing.
These quesadillas are crazy-good, you guys. And I am about to tell you why in only a few short words…(yeah, right)
They’re loaded with….
Beef. Beans. All the cheese. So.much.cheese.
They’re pan-fried to crispy, golden, drool-worthy Mexican perfection.
They’re topped with a super-fresh, so-dang-amazing-you’ll-want-to-eat-it-with-a-spoon fresh corn-avocado salsa.
Yup. Totally crushing here. Is there any question as to why?
So can we talk about the fact that although avocados are pretty much the BEST thing ever, they can also be a little dangerous?
Not the kind of dangerous that involves you eating that entire bowlful of guacamole with a spoon, but PHYSICALLY dangerous. Knife-kinda dangerous.
Are you getting where I’m going with this? Let me just say that I love my super-sharp chef’s knife with a huge passion, but that one day last week when I was VERY CAREFULLY (really!) cutting up avocados for this salsa, I think the knife told me exactly what it thought of ME and of slightly-underripe avocados.
It wasn’t pretty, guys. I don’t want to gross you out with gory details, but I will say that if a person cuts their middle finger deep enough, it will bleed a LOT and it will bleed for days, which is precisely what happened to this *ahem* CAREFUL wanna-be-knife-ninja.
I probably should have gotten a few stitches put into that cut, but….well, I have a thing about needles, guys and do my best to avoid them at all costs.
The moral of this trauma: Don’t mess with underripe avocados and shark-teeth-sharp knives, guys. The knife will win every time.
So if you’ll recall what I practically screamed above: These quesadillas just have to make it onto your Mexican-night menu. I’m beggggggggging you. They’ll make your whole week.
I must warn you, though: Prepare for a mini-riot on your hands when the quesadilla supply pile starts to run low. You might even want to double the recipe to avoid such hazards.
Also, uh, because you might very well eat all of these quesadillas before it’s even party time. It’s been known to happen and nope, I don’t speak from experience.
Really. I swear, I turn my back for one second and *poof!* half of those quesadillas are gone. Most likely residing in the bellies of a few certain sneaky kiddos I know.
Revenge is sweet because while the little thieves are carrying out these terrible quesadilla-nappings, they don’t even KNOW about the avocado-corn salsa that’s patiently sitting in the fridge waiting to top these quesadillas. Thus, they miss out on kinda the best part.
Crime doesn’t pay, kids. Remember that next time.
All you need alongside these quesadillas is a pile of hot rice, a handful of tortilla chips, and an ice-cold drink. Your life is now complete.
Mexi-loaded quesadillas? You win at Mexican-night. Landslide.
AMEEEEN.
Beef ‘n’ Bean Quesadillas with Corn Avocado Salsa
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Ingredients
- QUESADILLAS:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 flour tortillas
- 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2-4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- CORN AVOCADO SALSA:
- 1 cup sweet corn
- 1 medium ripe avocado diced
- 1 small jalapeno minced
- 1/4 cup minced red onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the quesadillas: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef, onion, garlic, and pepper, stirring occasionally until beef is cooked and vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in tomatoes, beans, and cajun. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide beef filling between tortillas, spreading filling to within 1/2-in of edges on one half of tortilla. Sprinkle filling with cheese and fold un-filled half over the filling.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in batches, place filled quesadilla in oil and cook 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on first side. Flip quesadilla and continue cooking on opposite side until golden and cheese is melted. Remove quesadilla from pan and cut in half. Repeat step 3 with remaining quesadillas, using additional oil as needed. Keep quesadillas warm.
- Prepare the salsa: In a small bowl, combine all salsa ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To serve, assemble warm quesadillas on a serving plate and top with salsa. Enjoy!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I love the fact that you made beef and bean quesadillas, but I’m really loving the corn and avocado salsa! This is such a gorgeous dish! I think I could gobble this up right now, especially with that salsa. Mexican food is a huge hit in my house, so I know this will be, too! Pinned!
Sarah says
Thanks Gayle!! The salsa really does transform these quesadillas into something amazing. 😀 Thanks for the pin too!
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says
Mmmm, I have been on a Mexican kick lately! I don’t usually put corn in my quesadillas though, what a good idea!!
Sarah says
Yay for Mexican food-kicks! 🙂 Thanks Kelly!
mira says
Love Mexican food and all you Mexican dishes look amazing Sarah! These quesadillas are a must try for this week! And the salsa – so fresh and delicious! Pinned!
Sarah says
Thanks for the sweet words and for pinning, Mira! xoxo
Cailee says
YUM!! These look amazing!! Great idea to add avocado!! Love it! 🙂
Sarah says
Thanks Cailee!!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
I wish I had these for my lunch right now Sarah!! Will you come over and make them for me!! Totally starving for these quesadillas right now! 🙂
Sarah says
Haha it’s a deal if you’ll promise to send me over some of your thin mint cookie bark! 🙂
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
I’m all about making Tuesday Mexican night, especially with these delish quesadillas! … and the photos … so pretty Sarah! Almost too pretty to eat … almost. <3
Sarah says
Taco Tuesday is so overrated, right? They should just rename it Mexican Tuesday. 😉 LOL. Thanks so much, girlie! xoxo
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
I absolutely love mexican food. These quesadillas sound delicious, Sarah. And that fresh avocado salsa is a must!
Sarah says
Thanks Jen!! xoxo
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
Those look fantastic! And I love that corn avocado salsa. I want some right now, and it’s 10:30 in the morning. It probably wouldn’t go that well with my coffee, but whatever! Pinned!
Sarah says
Haha quesadillas and coffee. Loving the sound of that! LOL. Thanks Stacey!
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
oh no your poor fingerrrrrrr! I hope you used your bandage as an excuse to flip off unsuspecting people. “What? See, I’m injured, I wasn’t giving you the bird!” And then you hand them one of these quesadillas and all is forgiven. Dang these look good.
Sarah says
Seriously dying right now. WHY did I not think of that?!! LOL. Thanks so much, girl! 😀
Lisa Kneller says
Thanks for this awesome recipe! Can’t wait to try it.
Sarah says
Let me know what you think if you try these quesadillas, Lisa!
Rachael | Spache the Spatula says
Mmmm! Quesadillas are one of my favorite foods on the planet!
I also had an unfortunate incident with a very sharp knife and an avocado…. You know how you sometimes hack at the core to pull it out? Yeah the knife went straight through the core and straight into my finger, so I totally feel ya. It’s actually amazing how long it takes to start bleeding…
I also have a SEVERE fear of needles, so despite the fact my boyfriend drove me to the urgent care at 10pm, I refused to let them put any stitches in it, and instead begged for the liquid stitches, haha! I still have a scar from that
Sarah says
Oh my GOSH! That entire incident sounds terrible, Rachael! What is it about avocados and super-sharp knives anyway? When combined, they’re kinda lethal! LOL.
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Yikes, I hope your finger heals up soon! I’ve done that before and it’s definitely no fun:( Hope these quesadillas helped though. They look incredible! Love the fresh avocado salsa!!
Sarah says
Thanks Kelly!!
Mandie | Mandie's Kitchen says
Mexican food is my absolute favourite cuisine, my favourite restaurant is Mexican, my ultimate favourite meals are Mexican, and whenever I make dinner, the first few meals that come to my mind are Mexican….and this pretty much applies to everyone in our family of 8………….Obsessed much? Can we say I tied with you now? LOL. But seriously, these quesadillas look amazing! Mexican food is THE BEST!
Sarah says
Haha! It sounds like these quesadillas are right up your alley, Mandie! Mexican food forever!!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Oh wow I am super Mexi-obsessed and these look terrific! Gorgeous photos!
Sarah says
Thanks so much Julie!! 🙂
Becca says
These are some of the best flavors ever! Can’t wait to try it!
Sarah says
Thanks Becca!
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
I can eat Mexican food pretty much every day and never get tired of it! These quesadillas look awesome, especially with that corn and avocado salsa!
Sarah says
Thanks Kristine! You just could never go wrong with Mexican food right?! 😉