Description
Crispy on the outside, melty and savory inside, these Vegan Breakfast Quesadillas are packed with spiced tofu scramble, colorful veggies, and plant-based cheese. Ideal for meal prep, weekend brunches, or quick breakfast ideas, they deliver both protein and comfort in every bite. Perfect as a healthy snack or easy dinner, these are must-try food ideas for anyone wanting a delicious, easy recipe that’s fully plant-based.
Ingredients
1 block extra-firm tofu
1 cup black beans
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
3/4 cup shredded vegan cheese
4 large tortillas (flour or gluten-free)
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water.
2. Heat oil in a skillet. Crumble tofu into the pan, then add garlic, turmeric, cumin, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden.
3. In another skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers until soft. Add black beans and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
4. Lay tortillas flat. On one half, add tofu scramble, sautéed veggies and beans, and vegan cheese. Fold tortilla over.
5. Heat a clean skillet with a bit more oil. Cook folded quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
6. Slice into wedges and serve hot with avocado, salsa, or vegan sour cream.
Notes
Use firm tofu and press well to avoid a soggy filling.
A non-stick pan helps achieve the crispiest results with minimal oil.
Add jalapeños or chili flakes for a spicy version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Vegan, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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