Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla
A delightful fusion of smokiness and comfort, this quesadilla features a vibrant filling of black beans and tofu. The smoked paprika adds depth, while melted cheese binds it all together within a perfectly toasted tortilla wrap.
- Total time
- 25min
- 15 prep, 10 cook
- Per serving
- 770kcal
- 39 g protein
- Difficulty
- Simple
- Ingredients
- £2.28
- average cost
- Vegetarian
- Pescatarian

Nutrition per serving
This Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla recipe contains 770 calories per serving, making it a hearty meal option. Each serving provides 39g of protein, 53g of carbohydrates, and 43g of fat, making it high in protein.
770kcal
Protein39g21% of calories
Carbs53g28% of calories
Fat43g51% of calories
- Fibre
- 13g
- Sugar
- 5.9g
- Saturated fat
- 14.6g
- Salt
- 5.9g
Ingredients
Servings
Method
0 of 9 done- Drain and crumble the tofu into a bowl. Set aside.
- Finely chop the onion and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and pepper, then sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the crumbled tofu and black beans to the pan. Stir in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 3 minutes, until everything is warmed through and the tofu is slightly browned.
- Place the tortilla on a clean surface. Spread the tofu and bean mixture evenly over one half of the tortilla. Sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Fold the tortilla in half to encase the filling.
- Wipe out the pan and return it to the hob. Heat over medium-high heat and carefully place the folded tortilla in the pan.
- Cook the quesadilla for about 2 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted.
- Remove the quesadilla from the heat and let it rest for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve with your choice of sauce.
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Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla: questions
- How long does it take to make Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla?
- This recipe takes 25 minutes in total - 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.
- Is Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla suitable for meal prep?
- Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla is a simple-level recipe that's great for lunch or dinner or snack. With 39g of protein per serving, it's excellent for meal prep.
- What are the main ingredients in Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla?
- The key ingredients are Tofu, Black Beans, Onion. This recipe is part of our Mexican cuisine collection.
- Is Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla healthy?
- This recipe contains 770 calories per serving with 39g of protein and is suitable for vegetarian, pescatarian diets.
- What diets is Smoky Black Bean and Tofu Quesadilla suitable for?
- This recipe is specifically suited for Vegetarian, Pescatarian diets. It provides 39g of protein per serving.
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