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Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado

Savory Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado Bliss

Try these Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado for a quick, satisfying meal that’s perfect any day of the week.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 2 pieces Tortillas Use whole wheat or gluten-free.
  • 2 pieces Avocados Ripe avocados are best.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Rinsed before using.
  • 0.5 cup Corn Frozen or fresh.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Diced; substitute with green onions if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin Or ground coriander as an alternative.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; parsley can be a substitute.
  • to taste Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For frying.
Dipping Sauces
  • to taste Salsa For serving.
  • to taste Vegan Sour Cream For serving.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mash two ripe avocados with a fork in a bowl until smooth. Stir in minced garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Set aside.
  2. Fold in rinsed black beans, corn, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro into the avocado mixture. Mix well.
  3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Spoon half of the mixture onto one half of each tortilla, fold them, and press gently to seal.
  5. Cook folded quesadillas in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove and slice each quesadilla into wedges. Serve immediately with salsa and vegan sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These quesadillas are customizable; feel free to add your favorite veggies or adjust the spices as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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