Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadillas

PregnancyMexican-InspiredEasyServes 240 min

Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and pasteurized Monterey Jack cheese folded into a toasted whole wheat tortilla.

Vitamin A from the sweet potatoes directly supports the rapid development of the baby's eyes, skin, and major organs. The pairing of black beans and red bell peppers provides plant-based iron along with the vitamin C needed to maximize its absorption, which is critical as the mother's blood volume climbs steeply. Finally, incorporating pasteurized cheese and plain Greek yogurt brings in calcium and protein to fuel the baby's structural growth and bone hardening while keeping energy levels steady.

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One serving≈790 kcal · 39 g protein

Calories790 kcal

Protein39 g

Carbs90 g · 12g sugar

Fat33 g · 14.1g sat

Fiber18 g

Sodium2,243 mg

Folate207 mcg DFE

Iron6.4 mg

Calcium648 mg

Choline73 mg

Iodine103 mcg

Vitamin D34 IU

Vitamin B121.3 mcg

Zinc4.9 mg

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Ingredients

1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp salt
4 whole wheat tortillas
4 oz pasteurized Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
½ cup salsa
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (for serving)

Method

1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the diced sweet potato and red bell pepper with the olive oil, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Roast for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
2In a medium bowl, roughly mash about half of the black beans with a fork to help bind the filling. Stir in the remaining whole beans and the warm, roasted vegetable mixture.
3Lay the tortillas flat. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over one half of each tortilla, then spoon the sweet potato and black bean filling over the cheese.
4Fold the tortillas in half. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
5Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with salsa and plain Greek yogurt on the side.

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