Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIsalita Cantina MexicanaSweet Potato Quesadilla Recipe

Sweet Potato Quesadilla Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

black bean, pickled onion, avocado-crema

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Ingredients

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Quesadilla Filling

Quesadilla Assembly

Method

Prepare Sweet Potato Filling

  1. 1

    Cook Sweet Potatoes

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2

    Add Black Beans

    Once the sweet potatoes are tender, add the black beans to the skillet and stir until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Make Avocado Crema

  1. 3

    Blend Ingredients

    In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocado, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Assemble Quesadillas

  1. 4

    Assemble

    Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top. Then, add a generous amount of the sweet potato and black bean mixture, some pickled onions, and the remaining cheese. Top with another tortilla.

  2. 5

    Cook Quesadilla

    Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Serve

  1. 6

    Slice and Serve

    Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with avocado crema on the side.

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