Easy Vegan Quesadillas With Black Beans And Avocado
Easy Vegan Quesadillas with Black Beans and Avocado are quick, wholesome, and satisfying. Made with creamy avocado, hearty black beans, and melty vegan cheese inside crispy tortillas, they’re perfect for a fast lunch, dinner, or savory snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 quesadillas (serves 2)
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 large flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced or mashed)
- 1/2 cup vegan shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella style)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp lime juice, chopped onion, jalapeños, corn, salsa, cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper (or slice if preferred).
- Lay out tortillas and spread one half with mashed avocado. Top with black beans, vegan cheese, and any optional add-ins.
- Fold each tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
- Place quesadillas in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet, rest for a minute, then slice into wedges and serve warm with salsa or vegan sour cream.
Notes
- Add sautéed veggies like bell peppers, onions, or spinach for more flavor and nutrition.
- For smoky flavor, mix chipotle powder or smoked paprika into the beans.
- Use hummus or vegan pesto instead of avocado for a different taste.
- Make mini versions with small tortillas for snacks or kids.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
