Description
If you’re looking for a quick and satisfying meal, these Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado are the perfect solution. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe combines creamy avocados and hearty black beans for a deliciously unique twist on traditional quesadillas. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, they’re packed with protein and flavor, making them a hit with both kids and adults. Customize your quesadillas with your favorite veggies or spices to suit your taste. With every bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful mix of textures and tastes that make this dish an irresistible choice for anyone seeking a flavorful plant-based option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 large tortillas (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- 2 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)
- Spices: cumin, crushed red pepper, sea salt, cracked pepper
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mash the avocados with fork. Stir in minced garlic, lime juice, sea salt, cracked pepper, and crushed red pepper.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro, rinsed black beans, corn, and diced red onion until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon half of the avocado mixture onto one half of each tortilla; fold over.
- Cook each quesadilla in the skillet for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Slice into wedges and serve immediately with salsa or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg