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Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans

Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans: Quick, Creamy Delight

A delicious and nutritious dish, these Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans are perfect for plant-based and omnivore eaters alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Filling
  • 2 large Tortillas Whole wheat or gluten-free optional
  • 2 pieces Ripe Avocados Soft for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup Precooked Black Beans Rinsed well
  • 0.5 cup Corn Canned or frozen (thawed if frozen)
  • 0.5 pieces Diced Red Onion Adjust size to preference
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced finely
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Can substitute with taco seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional
  • to taste Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper For seasoning
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use other cooking oils

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans
  1. Mash the avocados until smooth in a mixing bowl, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, lime juice, salt, and crushed red pepper to the mashed avocado and mix thoroughly.
  3. Fold in black beans, corn, and diced red onion, being careful not to mash the beans.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until it glistens, about 2 minutes.
  5. Spoon half of the avocado mixture onto one half of each tortilla and fold over.
  6. Cook the folded quesadillas in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  7. Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the filling with your favorite veggies and avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure even cooking.

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