Black Bean and Pineapple Quesadillas

Former Dole associate and a long-time ambassador, Bonnie Lewis has inspired these fun, yet healthier kid friendly step by step recipes. A Southwestern style quesadilla that's sweetened with pineapple.

Prep time 15 mins

Total time 30 mins

Servings 8

Calories per serving 230

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Categories Summer Favorites, Canned Fruit, Pineapple, Appetizers, Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Sides, Backyard barbecue, Cinco de mayo, Entertaining parties, Picnic, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Chicken,

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained
6 tbsp prepared salsa
3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas (8-inch)
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 can (8 oz) DOLE^® Canned Crushed Pineapple in 100% Pineapple Juice, drained

Method

Combine beans, crushed pineapple, salsa and cilantro in medium bowl.
Top four tortillas with 1/2 cup bean mixture. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese on top of bean mixture. Place another tortilla on top of cheese to make four quesadillas.
Cook over medium-high heat, in nonstick skillet, 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until cheese melts.
Cut each quesadilla into 6 wedges.