How to Make Vegetable Quesadillas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quesadillas are a popular Mexican dish that consists of a tortilla filled with cheese, meats, vegetables, and other ingredients, then folded in half and cooked until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy. They are easy to make and incredibly versatile, as you can fill them with just about anything you like. Today, we’re going to focus on a delicious and healthy version – Vegetable Quesadillas.

This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy meal that is both satisfying and nutri...

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Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini, cubed
  • 1 head fresh broccoli, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 small button mushrooms, chopped
  • 4 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Preheat oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place zucchini, broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, onion and mushrooms in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Place two tortillas, side by side, on the prepared baking sheet. On each tortilla layer cheddar cheese, vegetables, then Monterey jack cheese. Top each with another tortilla.
  • Place under the broiler and cook until lightly browned. Carefully turn tortillas and cook on the other side until lightly browned.
  • Nutrition

    787 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 1309mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 100g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 243mg
    • Calcium: 711mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1343mg