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Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado

Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado in 10 Minutes

Delicious Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado that are quick and easy to make. Perfect for lunch or casual gatherings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 pieces Tortillas whole wheat or gluten-free
  • 2 pieces Avocados ripe
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped, optional
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cracked Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for frying
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Salsa for serving
  • 1 cup Guacamole for serving
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mash the Avocado: In a mixing bowl, mash the avocados until smooth. Stir in garlic, lime juice, sea salt, cracked pepper, and crushed red pepper until combined.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Fold in black beans, corn, red onion, and cilantro into the avocado mixture until evenly coated.
  3. Prepare the Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil, allowing it to warm until shimmering.
  4. Assemble Quesadillas: Spoon half of the avocado mixture onto one tortilla half, fold over, and seal. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. Cook Quesadillas: Place folded quesadillas in the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer quesadillas to a cutting board, cool for a minute, then slice and serve with salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ripe avocados yield a creamier texture. Cook in batches to keep quesadillas crispy. Customize with spices like paprika for extra flavor.

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