Go Back
–+ servings
Vegan Tofu Quesadilla
Print

Easy Vegan Tofu Quesadillas [+VIDEO]

Tofu seasoned to perfection using simple ingredients, sandwiched between layers of melty vegan cheese and a lightly crispy tortilla.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword Quesadilla, Tofu
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5 quesadillas

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add a dollop of oil to coat the bottom.
    neutral oil
  • Add your diced bell peppers and red onion. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté until cooked through.
    ½ red bell pepper, ½ green bell pepper, ¼ cup red onion, salt, black pepper
  • Add the block of extra firm tofu and use your hands (or back of a fork) to crumble into pieces that resemble ground meat.
    1 block extra firm tofu
  • Add the taco seasoning and liquid smoke. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
    2 tsp liquid smoke, 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • Optional: Adjust the heat to a medium-high temperature to continue cooking the tofu. Use the back of a spatula to press the tofu into the pan and allow it to sit for a minute or so or until the bottom layer of tofu is slightly burnt. Remove from heat when done. This will help add flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Preheat a separate pan to low-medium heat and add your tortilla. Sprinkle a generous amount of vegan cheese over half of the tortilla, then add a few scoops of the tofu mixture, followed by more vegan cheese. Fold over the other side of the tortilla to make a semi-circle.
    5 8-inch flour tortillas, 1 package Vegan Mexican Blend Shreds
  • Allow the tortilla to cook on both sides until it's golden brown and the vegan cheese has melted (may be helpful to cover with a lid). Repeat until all of your quesadillas have been made.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and pair with your favorite additions like vegan sour cream, salsa or guacamole. Enjoy!
    fresh cilantro

Video