Burning the Midnight Oil

The name ‘Burning the Midnight Oil’ refers to working or studying late into the night, and this dish is perfect for those late-night cravings!

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Burning the Midnight Oil

Cooking Method: Baking, Stir-frying Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 piece Red bell pepper
• 1 piece Jalapeno pepper
• 1 piece Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 piece Tortillas
• 1 piece Avocado
• 1 piece Lime
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add black beans, corn kernels, jalapeno pepper, chili powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Place tortillas on a baking sheet and spread the bean mixture evenly on each tortilla. Fold the tortillas in half and press gently.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot with sliced avocado, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.