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Easy Veggie & Cheese Quesadilla


  • Author: Sarah

Ingredients

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To make the Easy Veggie & Cheese Quesadilla, gather the following ingredients:

  • Tortillas: 4 large flour tortillas
  • Cheese: 2 cups of shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
  • Vegetables:
    • 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
    • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
    • 1 cup spinach leaves
    • 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Seasoning:
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional:
    • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced for some heat
    • Fresh cilantro, chopped
    • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Making this dish is as simple as it is delicious. Follow these step-by-step instructions:

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by washing and slicing all your vegetables. Ensure they are cut thinly to allow even cooking.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables:
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.
    • Add the mushrooms and zucchini. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
    • Stir in the spinach and cook just until wilted.
    • Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Assemble the Quesadillas:
    • Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread a layer of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla.
    • Add a generous amount of the sautéed vegetables on top of the cheese.
    • Sprinkle more cheese over the vegetables for extra gooeyness.
    • Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
  4. Cook the Quesadillas:
    • Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a clean skillet over medium heat.
    • Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
    • Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Serve:
    • Once cooked, transfer the quesadillas to a cutting board.
    • Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve with optional toppings like fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 400
  • Carbohydrates: 35 grams
  • Protein: 15 grams