Description
These Farmer’s Market Vegetarian Quesadillas are a delicious, colorful way to enjoy fresh vegetables sautéed to perfection and melted sharp Cheddar cheese, all sandwiched between whole wheat tortillas. Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped zucchini
- ½ cup chopped yellow squash
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup chopped mushrooms
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cooking spray
- 6 (9-inch) whole wheat tortillas
- 1 ¼ cups shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, and mushrooms. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare Filling: Remove the cooked vegetables from the skillet and transfer them to a bowl. This prevents overcooking when assembling the quesadillas.
- Assemble Quesadilla: Lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray and place one whole wheat tortilla in the pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over one side of the tortilla, then add a portion of the cooked vegetables on top. Sprinkle more cheese over the vegetables, and cover with a second tortilla.
- Cook Quesadilla: Cook the quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes on one side until it becomes golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip it using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes, ensuring the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Cut into 8 triangles while still warm and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the reduced-fat Cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella for different flavor variations.
- Whole wheat tortillas add a nutritious fiber boost but you could use regular tortillas if preferred.
- Feel free to add other fresh veggies such as spinach or corn based on availability.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and make flipping easier.
- Pair with salsa, guacamole or sour cream for extra flavor.
