Delicious Sweet Potato Quesadillas Recipe for Dinner

Sweet Potato Quesadillas — a mexican recipe (main course) with 14 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 17, 2026

50

Total Time (min)

8

servings

426

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Sweet Potato Quesadillas Recipe for Dinner

Ingredients

Servings:
8
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 cup black beans (cooked and rinsed)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh, optional)
  • 1 avocado sliced (for serving)
  • 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (for flavor)
  • 1 cup cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Cook Sweet Potatoes

    Boil the sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.

    Add lime juice for extra flavor.
  2. Prepare Filling

    In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  3. Assemble Quesadillas

    Spread the filling evenly over one half of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese on top and fold the other half over.

    Press down gently to seal.
  4. Cook Quesadillas

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

    Keep them warm in a low oven while you cook the rest.
  5. Serve

    Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.

    Drizzle lime juice on top for added freshness.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free. Diet: High-Fiber

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your mexican meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Cilantro lime rice
🍽️Refried beans
🍽️Fresh guacamole

About This Dish

Delicious Sweet Potato Quesadillas Recipe for Dinner is a beloved dish from Mexican cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Mexican cuisine has deep roots in Mesoamerican and Spanish traditions. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, it features bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 14 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can substitute black beans with pinto or kidney beans.

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Nutrition Facts

8 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories320kcal
Total Fat12gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates45gg
Dietary Fiber8gg
Total Sugars4gg
Protein10gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineMexican