Vegan Classic Cheese Quesadillas

Elevate your plant-based meal game with these Vegan Classic Cheese Quesadillas, a flavor-packed spin on a beloved comfort food favorite! Loaded with melty vegan cheddar-style cheese, sautéed red onions, and sweet bell peppers, these quesadillas are wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas for a nutritious twist. Prepared in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual lunches. Top it all off with creamy vegan sour cream, buttery slices of avocado, and a vibrant sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a decadent yet healthy serving experience. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply looking to explore meat- and dairy-free dishes, this recipe will satisfy all your cheesy cravings without compromise! Perfect for satisfying snack cravings or party appetizers, these quesadillas are a crowd-pleasing hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Vegan cheese (shredded, cheddar style)
• 4 small Whole wheat tortillas
• 0.5 Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 Red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Vegan sour cream
• 1 Avocado (sliced)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced red onion and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are soft and fragrant.

Step 3

Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low-medium. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half the shredded vegan cheese evenly over it.

Step 5

Evenly distribute half of the onion and pepper mixture over the cheese.

Step 6

Top with another tortilla, pressing down gently with a spatula.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes, then carefully flip the quesadilla once the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.

Step 8

Cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients for the second quesadilla.

Step 10

Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool slightly before cutting into wedges.

Step 11

Serve warm with vegan sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of salt, and black pepper on the side for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(656.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1546.1

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3164.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 27.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 826.4mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1394.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 37.9%