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Mexican Style Beef Quesadillas

Mexican Style Beef Quesadillas

with Feta Baked Wedges, Refried Beans, Zesty Soured Cream and Guac
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on February 09, 2026
Calories
1468 kcal
Protein
66g protein
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Cereals containing gluten
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

450

Potatoes

60

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

100

Feta Cheese

1

Black Beans

240

British Beef Mince

1

Mexican Style Spice Mix

20

Chipotle Paste

1

Finely Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic

30

Tomato Puree

10

Chicken Stock Paste

1

Lime

1

Avocado

150

Soured Cream

(Contains: Milk)

4

Super Soft Tortillas with Whole Wheat

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

Not included in your delivery

75

Water

Energy (kcal)1468 kcal
Energy (kJ)6143 kJ
Fat80 g
of which saturates39 g
Carbohydrate121 g
of which sugars18 g
Protein66 g
Salt6.1 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Chopping Board
Baking Tray
Grater
Colander
Knife
Spoon
Grill Pan
Medium Saucepan
Bowl

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

Preheat your oven to 200°C. Chop the potatoes into 2cm wide wedges (no need to peel). Grate the Cheddar cheese. Break up the feta into chunks. Drain and rinse the black beans in a sieve. Pop the wedges onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary. Roast on the top shelf of your oven until golden, 25-35 mins. Turn halfway through.

Cook the Beef
2

Heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef mince and a pinch of salt and pepper. Fry until browned, 5-6 mins, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when it is no longer pink in the middle. Once browned, drain and discard any excess fat. Add half the Mexican style spice mix and half the chipotle paste (add less if you don't like heat). Stir and cook for 1 min. Pour in the chopped tomatoes and bring to the boil. Simmer, stirring frequently until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture has thickened.

Refried Beans
3

Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add the remaining Mexican style spice mix and tomato puree, stir and cook for 1 min, then add half the black beans. Mash them with a masher until broken up, then add the remaining whole beans, chicken stock paste, water (see ingredients for amount) and remaining chipotle paste (add less if you don't like heat). Bring to the boil and simmer until reduced and thickened, 5-6 mins. Stir occasionally.

Guac Time
4

Zest and halve the lime. Slice lengthways into the avocado. Once you reach the stone turn the avocado around to cut it in half. Twist each half and pull it apart. Remove the stone then scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Add half the lime juice and a pinch of salt and pepper then mash together. Put the soured cream in another bowl and add the lime zest and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix together and set both of them aside.

Bake the Quesadillas
5

Taste the beef and add salt and pepper if you feel it needs it. Lay your tortillas on a board (2 per person). Divide the beef equally between them, spooning it onto 1 half of each tortilla only. Sprinkle over the cheese. Dampen the edges of the tortilla and then fold the other side over so you have a semi circle. Press down firmly to keep together. Transfer to 1 or 2 lightly oiled baking trays. Drizzle over a little oil and bake on the middle shelf of your oven until golden, 8-12 mins.

Finish and Serve
6

Once the wedges are cooked, sprinkle over the feta. Pop them back in the oven to bake until the feta has slightly browned, 5-6 mins. Reheat the beans if necessary and pop into a bowl. Serve the quesadillas on the table with a bowl of feta wedges, refried beans, zesty soured cream, guacamole and any leftover lime. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Bursting with tasty components and great flavours, especially the chipotle seasoning that gives a nice kick.
  • Ease of prep: Preparation can be fiddly and time-consuming; consider this a weekend meal rather than a quick weeknight option.
  • Suggestions: Add more vegetables like onions and peppers; increase the cheese for extra flavour.
  • Portions: Generous servings often provide leftovers for lunch; consider reducing sides for a lighter meal.
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