Vegan Black Bean Quesadillas
I love making these classic vegan Black Bean Quesadillas for my family. It’s definitely a favorite recipe that’s so easy to make in just 25 minutes and filled with hearty veggies, dairy-free cheese, and black beans. If you enjoy Mexican food, you’re going to love this healthy vegan quesadilla.
Servings: 6
Calories: 334kcal
Ingredients
- 6 tortillas , gluten-free if needed
- 3 cups shredded dairy free cheese of choice
- ½ recipe Fajita Veggies
- 1 ½ cups black beans , about one can
- 1 jalapeno , optional
- Butter or oil to brush on tortillas , optional
To serve:
Instructions
- Brush the outside of the tortillas with butter or oil, optional for extra crunch.
- Place the tortillas with the outsides down, then layer ½ cup of the cheese on half of each tortilla.
- Separate the veggies, beans and jalapeno (if using) among the 6 tortillas by placing them on the cheese.
- Fold the tortillas over to cover the filling.
- Grill on a hot pan for 3-5 minutes, then flip and grill another 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Devour!
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for making these vegan black bean quesadillas is to cook them over medium heat. It helps the cheese melt slowly while the tortilla gets perfectly crisp on the outside without rushing it.
- Brush for crispiness: I brush the outside of the tortillas with a little oil or melted butter before cooking. It makes them extra crispy and golden.
- Don’t overfill the tortilla: I try not to stuff in too much or the filling spills out when I flip it.
- Press gently while cooking: I press down lightly with a spatula as they cook to help everything stick together. It gives the quesadilla that nice sealed edge and helps the cheese hold it all in place.
- Reheat in a skillet for best results: If we have extras, I reheat them in a dry skillet instead of the microwave. It brings back that crispy texture without making them soggy.
- Cut with a pizza cutter: I use a pizza cutter to slice them into triangles. It’s fast, clean, and way easier than using a knife.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 3mg