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Easy Vegan Quesadillas

Easy Vegan Quesadillas are a flavorful and plant-based take on a classic dish, featuring melty vegan cheese and sautéed vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Main Course, Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegan
Calories: 275
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the quesadillas
  • 4 large large flour tortillas (or whole wheat)
  • 1 cup shredded vegan cheese (such as Daiya)
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped mix of colors for an attractive presentation
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped optional for added freshness
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • to taste Salsa for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing and chopping the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the extra virgin olive oil and let it warm up.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.
  4. Introduce the chopped bell peppers, cooking for another 5-7 minutes while stirring occasionally until they soften.
  5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin and chili powder, stirring them in for about one minute.
Cooking
  1. In another skillet over low heat, place one tortilla and spread half of it with shredded vegan cheese.
  2. Top the cheese with the sautéed veggies to create a filling.
  3. Fold the tortilla over and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Slice the quesadilla into triangles and serve hot with salsa on the side.

Notes

Customize your quesadillas with different veggies or spices. Try adding cayenne pepper for heat or serve with guacamole for extra flavor.