Name: Smoky Vegan Quesadillas with Creamy Cashew Cheese and Refried Beans
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 to 8 flour tortillas (or tortillas of your choice); Oil of choice for frying or baking; 1 cup raw cashews, soaked; 1/3 cup nutritional yeast; 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder; 4 garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 1/2 tablespoons tapioca flour; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup creamy, unsweetened plant-based milk; 1 can pinto beans or black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 2 bay leaves; 2/3 – 1 cup water or vegetable broth; Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 small handful chopped cilantro (optional); 2 yellow onions, sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Description

Delicious vegan quesadillas featuring smoky cashew cheese and flavorful refried beans, perfect for any family gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

4 to 8 flour tortillas (or tortillas of your choice)
Oil of choice for frying or baking
1 cup raw cashews, soaked
1/3 cup nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
4 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 tablespoons tapioca flour
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup creamy, unsweetened plant-based milk
1 can pinto beans or black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 bay leaves
2/3 – 1 cup water or vegetable broth
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 small handful chopped cilantro (optional)
2 yellow onions, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

Prepare the Smoky Cashew Cheese: Soak cashews for at least 3 hours. Drain and rinse, then blend with other cheese ingredients until smooth and creamy. Cook in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
Make the Refried Beans: Sauté garlic and spices in olive oil, then add beans and broth. Mash slightly to desired consistency and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Sauté the Onions: In a separate pan, sauté onions in olive oil until soft and golden, then add garlic for the last minute.
Assemble the Quesadillas: Fill tortillas with refried beans, smoky cheese, and sautéed onions. Fold or stack tortillas.
Cook Quesadillas: Pan-fry in oil until golden brown or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10-12 minutes until crispy.

Notes

For extra flavor, serve with fresh guacamole, salsa, or dairy-free sour cream. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking, Frying
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan quesadillas, smoky cheese, refried beans, comfort food, family meal