Description
These vegan quesadillas with black beans and avocado are a quick and delicious plant-based meal perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Made with whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas, ripe avocados, and seasoned black beans, this recipe combines creamy textures and vibrant flavors for a satisfying and nutritious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Quesadilla Base
- 2-3 large burrito-sized tortillas (whole wheat or gluten-free)
Filling
- 2 very ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup precooked black beans (rinsed)
- 1/4 cup corn
- 2 tablespoons diced red onion
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Handful chopped cilantro
Other
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado mixture: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados until smooth. Add minced garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.
- Mix in the filling ingredients: Stir in the precooked black beans, corn, diced red onion, cumin, and chopped cilantro into the avocado mixture. Make sure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Assemble the quesadillas: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil to coat. Place one tortilla flat in the skillet, then spoon half of the avocado and black bean mixture onto one half of it. Fold the tortilla over to form a half-moon shape.
- Cook until golden brown: Cook the quesadilla for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula to help it crisp and brown evenly. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve immediately: Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and serve hot with your favorite salsa or dip for a fresh, flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free tortillas to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper according to your spice preference.
- If you want extra protein, add some cooked tofu or vegan cheese inside the quesadilla.
- Leftover quesadillas can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or vegan sour cream for extra flavor.
