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Vegan Fiesta Potato and Refried Bean Quesadilla

Crispy pan-toasted flour tortilla stuffed with spiced smashed potatoes, creamy refried beans, and vegan cheese. Filling enough for a full meal and done in 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
410
Protein
12g
Vegan Fiesta Potato and Refried Bean Quesadilla
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil diced potatoes in salted water for 7 to 9 minutes until fully tender, then drain.

  2. Step 2

    Mash potatoes until mostly smooth with a little texture remaining.

  3. Step 3

    Mix in olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in salsa until the filling is thick and scoopable.

  5. Step 5

    Loosen refried beans with a little water if needed so they spread easily.

  6. Step 6

    Spread refried beans over one tortilla, nearly edge to edge.

  7. Step 7

    Add half the potato filling on one half of the tortilla and top with half the vegan cheese.

  8. Step 8

    Fold into a half-moon and press gently to seal.

  9. Step 9

    Repeat with second tortilla and remaining filling.

  10. Step 10

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium and lightly oil the pan.

  11. Step 11

    Cook first quesadilla 2 to 3 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.

  12. Step 12

    Transfer to a wire rack while cooking the second quesadilla to keep it crisp.

  13. Step 13

    Cook second quesadilla the same way and serve with salsa, avocado, or vegan sour cream.

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