Spanish-Style Chickpea Quesadillas

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork.

2. 2

   Stir in the cheese, piquillos and 1/4 cup of scallions and season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat a large nonstick skillet and brush it with oil.

4. 4

   Place 1 tortilla in the skillet and scatter one-fourth of the chickpea mixture evenly on top.

5. 5

   Cover with another tortilla and cook over moderately high heat until crisp on the bottom, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Flip the quesadilla and cook until the cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes longer.

7. 7

   Transfer the quesadilla to a platter.

8. 8

   Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chickpea mixture.

9. 9

   Cut the quesadillas into wedges, garnish with sliced scallions and serve with hot sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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