Broccoli Quesadillas
Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Broccoli Quesadillas! Packed with tender, seasoned broccoli florets and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this recipe transforms a simple tortilla into a crispy, golden-brown delight. Perfect for a quick lunch or a vegetarian dinner, these quesadillas come together in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Seasoned with aromatic garlic powder and a hint of salt and pepper, the broccoli filling delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve them hot off the skillet with your favorite dips like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Whether you're craving a veggie-packed meal or a fun snack idea, these cheesy broccoli quesadillas are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3 minutes, or until just tender. Drain the broccoli and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Chop the cooked broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
Place one tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over half of the tortilla. Add 1/2 cup of the seasoned broccoli on top of the cheese, then sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese over the broccoli. Fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crisp.
Repeat the cooking process for the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter or olive oil to the pan as needed.
Once cooked, transfer the quesadillas to a cutting board and let them cool for 1 minute before slicing into wedges. Serve immediately with your favorite salsa, sour cream, or guacamole on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.5 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.9 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2935 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1546 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
