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Crispy Vegan Chickpea Quesadillas – Easy & Delicious!

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup vegan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Vegan sour cream or guacamole for serving

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Filling: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper and red onion, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add chickpeas, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, mashing the chickpeas slightly with the back of a spoon.
  • Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay a tortilla flat and sprinkle a thin layer of vegan cheese on one half. Add the chickpea filling on top of the cheese, then sprinkle a little more cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  • Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil. Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted.
  • Serve: Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve with vegan sour cream, guacamole, and fresh cilantro if desired.