Veggie Quesadillas
Savor the perfect combination of vibrant flavors and gooey goodness with these irresistible Veggie Quesadillas! Packed with colorful bell peppers, tender zucchini, earthy mushrooms, sweet corn, and melty cheese, this quick and easy recipe is the ultimate vegetarian comfort food. Seasoned with aromatic cumin and a hint of chili powder, each bite bursts with bold, smoky spice wrapped in a crispy, golden tortilla. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas make a satisfying weeknight meal or fun party appetizer. Serve them warm with creamy sour cream, tangy salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a deliciously customizable dish everyone will love. Perfect for busy families or meat-free enthusiasts, these homemade veggie quesadillas are as versatile as they are delectable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
- 1 cup Bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Zucchini, diced
- 0.5 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 0.5 cup Corn kernels (canned, fresh, or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving, optional)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Prep all your vegetables by slicing the bell peppers and red onion thinly, dicing the zucchini, and slicing the mushrooms. If using frozen corn, ensure it is thawed.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and corn to the skillet.
Sprinkle the cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized. Remove the skillet from heat.
Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
Spoon a portion of the cooked vegetable mixture over the cheese layer. Add another 1/4 cup of cheese on top of the vegetables, then fold the tortilla in half to close it.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese melts. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Cut each quesadilla into wedges using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve the veggie quesadillas warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.1 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.7 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4205 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.8 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 84.4 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2105 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*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.
