Description
Vegan Spinach Quesadillas are a scrumptious, plant-based twist on a beloved classic. These delightful quesadillas are filled with sautéed eggplant, fresh spinach, and creamy vegan cheese sauce, making them perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack. Not only are they gluten-free and dairy-free, but they also come together in just 27 minutes! Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a gathering or simply want to indulge in a flavorful meal, these quesadillas will exceed your expectations. Get ready to enjoy a dish that’s both nutritious and bursting with taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 gluten-free tortillas
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large eggplant (cubed)
- 6 oz fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- Vegan cheese sauce (or vegan cheese of choice)
- Assorted spices (including paprika and cumin)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: dice the onion, mince the garlic, chop the eggplant into small cubes, and roughly chop the spinach.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté the onion for about 3 minutes until translucent. Add eggplant, garlic, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, red wine, and spices; cover and cook for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Stir in spinach and cook for another 30-60 seconds until wilted.
- Assemble quesadillas by spreading the vegetable mixture and vegan cheese onto tortillas. Top with another tortilla.
- Cook on each side in a greased skillet for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Cut into quarters and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (140g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg