Enjoy these cheezy, scrumptious quesadillas filled with homemade vegan cheese, black beans, and nutritious veggies. They are a perfect meal for any time of the day and easy to prepare for home cooks of all levels.
In a food processor, add the raw cashews and process for 3-4 minutes until they start to get buttery.
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Add the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and mild salsa to the food processor, and process again until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
FILLING
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In a mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans, chopped zucchini, and chopped tomatoes.
ASSEMBLE AND COOK
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with oil or add a little vegan butter, if desired.
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Spread about 1/3 cup of the vegan cheese mixture onto half of a whole grain tortilla, making sure to leave a small border around the edge.
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Top the cheese with a generous amount of the filling mixture, then fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling, pressing gently.
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Carefully place the folded quesadilla in the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
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Remove from the skillet, cut the quesadilla into two triangles, and then repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
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Serve warm with additional salsa or vegan sour cream, if desired.