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Vegan Quesadillas

Savory Vegan Quesadillas Loaded with Flavor and Freshness

These Vegan Quesadillas are quick, nutritious, and customizable, perfect for a busy day or entertaining guests.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Base
  • 4 pieces Tortillas whole wheat or gluten-free varieties
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking
For the Filling
  • 1 to 2 pieces Avocados ripe and soft
  • ½ cup Black Beans rinsed
  • ¼ cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Red Onion diced
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro chopped
For Flavor
  • ½ pieces Lime Juice from half a lime
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • Crushed Red Pepper to taste
  • Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Quesadillas
  1. In a mixing bowl, mash 1 to 2 ripe avocados until creamy and smooth. Stir in 1 minced garlic clove, juice from half a lime, and season with sea salt, cracked pepper, and crushed red pepper to taste.
  2. Gently fold in ½ cup of rinsed black beans, ¼ cup of corn, 2 tablespoons of diced red onion, and a handful of chopped cilantro into the avocado mixture.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil to coat the surface.
  4. Take a tortilla and spoon a generous portion of the avocado mixture onto one half. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
  5. Carefully place the folded quesadillas in the preheated skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet, let them cool for a minute before slicing them into wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose ripe avocados for a creamy texture and adjust spice levels based on preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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