Tomato Basil Cheese Quesadillas
Elevate your snack or mealtime with these irresistible Tomato Basil Cheese Quesadillas, a creative twist on the classic quesadilla that combines the bold, fresh flavors of Italian cuisine. Featuring a perfectly crisped flour tortilla stuffed with gooey melted mozzarella, juicy diced tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil, this quick and easy recipe is the perfect fusion of comfort food and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, these quesadillas are an ideal choice for busy weeknights, casual lunches, or even as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Simple seasoning with olive oil, salt, and black pepper highlights the natural flavors while keeping the dish light and satisfying. Serve them warm and cut into wedges for a delightful, cheesy bite that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium (diced) Fresh tomatoes
- 10 leaves (chopped) Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Brush one side of each tortilla lightly with olive oil and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to mix.
Place one tortilla, oiled side down, in the heated skillet.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla.
Spread 1/4 of the tomato and basil mixture over the cheese layer.
Place a second tortilla on top, oiled side up, and press gently with a spatula.
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients to make three more quesadillas.
Serve the quesadillas warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 3686 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 71.0 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1888 mg | 145% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 611 mg | 13% | |
*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.
