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Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Quesadilla

by Kaitlin

A vegan Hawaiian BBQ Quesadilla recipe made with sweet pineapple, dairy-free cheese, and BBQ sauce! It's such a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner.

Open-faced BBQ quesadilla on a cutting board with cilantro and onion

This easy Vegan BBQ Quesadilla is so tasty and satisfying!

"Hawaiian style" is one of our favorite pizza combinations. It combines BBQ sauce, pineapple, red onion, and fresh cilantro.

So this is a great alternative when we don't have time to make an actual pizza.

Vegan BBQ quesadilla cut into sections on a cutting board

Ingredients for Vegan BBQ Quesadilla

For this recipe you will need:

  • Pineapple tidbits: Either use canned or cut fresh. Most often I simply use canned for convenience. (Just be sure to remove some of the excess juice first so it doesn't make your quesadilla soggy.)
  • Red onion
  • Fresh cilantro: This adds really great flavor and freshness. Use as much or as little as you would like.
  • BBQ sauce: Simply use your own favorite homemade or store-bought sauce. (I like using my homemade BBQ Sauce.)
  • Shredded vegan cheese: There are so many great options for dairy-free cheese available now. Most often I use the Follow Your Heart brand. Use whatever varieties you like best such as mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend.
  • Large tortillas: I try to use whole grain when possible. Be sure to use gluten-free if needed.

Tip: Black beans are also a great addition for extra heartiness and protein.

Open-faced vegan Hawaiian-style quesadilla on a wooden cutting board

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Open-faced BBQ quesadilla on a cutting board with cilantro and onion

Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Quesadilla

Hawaiian-style quesadillas made with sweet pineapple, dairy-free cheese, and flavorful BBQ sauce! So quick and tasty.
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Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Gluten-Free Option, Vegan
Servings: 2 quesadillas

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped, large stems removed)
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce (more/less to taste)
  • 1/2 cup shredded vegan cheese
  • 2 large tortillas (gluten-free if desired)

Instructions

  • On a skillet over medium heat, place a tortilla and lightly sprinkle with vegan cheese on one half.
  • On that same cheese half, add cilantro, pineapple (any excess juice removed), onion, and drizzle with BBQ sauce.
  • Top with another light layer of cheese.
  • Fold over the top half and let heat for about 10 minutes, turning halfway through until cheese is melted. Repeat process for other quesadilla.
  • Serve with extra BBQ sauce (or guacamole) for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts
Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Quesadilla
Amount per Serving
Calories
396
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Potassium
 
315
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
68
g
23
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
28
g
31
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
272
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
 
115
mg
12
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Sodium: This is omitted as I cannot provide an accurate number. I encourage you to calculate your own to provide a much more precise reading based on the exact ingredients, brands, and amounts you're using.

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  1. Anonymous

    The boyfriend and I love quesadillas. We often make them similar to this recipe minus the cilantro and BBQ sauce. Well, since I've finally found a BBQ sauce at the store that doesn't have a ton of strange ingredients and is sweetened with agave nectar instead of sugar, I have to try this! I'm also going to make it with the mashed avocado like in your other recipe. I'm more than willing to put avocado in any recipe possible. I'm sure the dairy loving boyfriend will still insist on cheese on his but I know they're going to be amazing. Also I just love your recipes. I've been trying to eat more plants and less meat and dairy. I thought the food wouldn't be as tasty, but every recipe I've tried is delicious. Thanks a ton! -Chrissy

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    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      Hi Chrissy! Thanks for your sweet comments about the recipes. So glad you're enjoying! Hope you love these as well!

      Reply

  2. Anonymous

    That's my favourite pizza topping too! With the BBQ sauce rather than tomato! This recipe is awesome.

    Reply

    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      Thank you!

      Reply

  3. Lacy Dean

    Thank you for making a blog that has yummy, exciting vegetarian food! Can't wait to try these quesadillas. I don't think my meat-eating husband will even miss that there isn't any chicken! These look so good!

    Reply

    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      Hi Lacy! So great! Hope you enjoy.

      Reply

  4. Anonymous

    These are so good! I made them for dinner tonight. I'm SO glad I stumbled across your website!

    Reply

    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      So great to hear, thank you! Hope you enjoy any other recipes you try!

      Reply

  5. Crystal

    These look awesome! I love quesadillas with a peanut Thai sauce. This is inspiration for a make-your-own quesadilla night!

    Reply

    • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

      That sounds fantastic!

      Reply