20 Easy Vegan Black Bean Recipes (Savory & Sweet!)
Black beans take center stage in these mouthwatering recipes. This selection includes desserts, casseroles, Mexican-inspired favorites, and burgers, all made from an affordable staple ingredient! The following vegan black bean quesadillas are a great quick meal idea.
Ingredients
Black Bean Quesadillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small zucchini chopped
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 small jalapeño seeded and diced
- 1 tsp cumin ground
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 cup cooked black beans drained
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Cilantro optional
- 2 avocados mashed
- 4 tortillas
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Once hot, add garlic, onion, zucchini, and jalapeño. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add all of the spices (cumin, cayenne, salt, paprika) and black beans.
- Stir to combine, then remove from heat and add fresh cilantro if wanted.
- Spread ¼ of the mashed avocado onto half of a tortilla. Top with the bean and vegetable mixture and fold the tortilla. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Place a lightly greased skillet over medium heat and cook the tortillas for 3-5 minutes each. Once brown and crips, flip to cook the other side. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to use chili powder instead of cayenne.
- Olive oil can be replaced with water or vegetable broth for fewer calories.
- Find 20 more easy vegan black bean recipes in the article above!
Nutrition
Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Sodium: 319mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 2g