Vegan Quesadillas With Black Beans And Avocado

Vegan Quesadillas With Black Beans And Avocado

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 15 min Total Time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Appetizers Cuisine: Mexican Diet: Vegan

Description

Description Bright, simple, and satisfying, these vegan quesadillas pack creamy avocado, smoky black beans, and a kiss of lime into crispy tortillas for an easy weeknight win.

Ingredients

  • 2 – 3 large tortillas (whole wheat or gluten-free)
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • ½ cup precooked black beans (rinsed)
  • ¼ cup corn (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons diced red onion
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Crushed red pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, sea salt, and cracked pepper to taste
  • Olive oil
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Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mash one of the avocados lightly with the lime juice, a pinch of sea salt, and a little cracked pepper.
  2. Warm a medium skillet over medium heat and add a teaspoon or two of olive oil.
  3. Add the diced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, until the onion is soft and fragrant (about 2–3 minutes).
  4. Stir in the precooked black beans and corn, then sprinkle the cumin and crushed red pepper over the mixture; cook for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  5. Squeeze a little lime juice into the skillet mixture; taste, and add sea salt and cracked pepper as needed. Fold in chopped cilantro if desired.
  6. Lay a tortilla flat, spread a generous layer of the seasoned bean-and-corn filling over half the tortilla, and layer slices of the second avocado on top.
  7. Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2–3 minutes per side over medium heat, pressing gently until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Transfer to a cutting board, slice into wedges, garnish with cilantro, and enjoy warm.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. These quesadillas are versatile; pair them with pico de gallo or dairy-free yogurt for contrast.