Veggie Quesadilla - A flour tortilla is filled with sautéed vegetables and melted cheese, then toasted until golden and crisp. Cutting into wedges reveals the gooey, cheesy interior. This is a customizable, quick meal or snack that is satisfying and can be made with whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Veggie Quesadilla - Veggie quesadillas started as a way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. The 22-minute cook time (including resting) means dinner is ready before takeout could arrive. Using two tortillas instead of folding one prevents spillage. I love how customizable they are based on what's in the fridge. They're my clean-out-the-produce-drawer solution.
Dietary Notes
- ✓ 15-Minute Meal
- ✓ Vegetarian Friendly
- ✓ Customizable Fillings
- ✓ Kid-Friendly
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Why You'll Love This
- Crispy & Cheesy: The perfect textural combination.
- Clean-Out-the-Fridge: Use any vegetables you have.
- Quick Assembly: Ready in minutes.
- Satisfying Snack or Meal: Filling and flavorful.
Veggie Quesadilla
👩🍳 Author: Chef Nour
⏰ Prep Time: 10min
❄️ Cool Time: 2
🔥 Cook Time: 10min
🥨 Yield: 2
🍞 Method: Sautéing/Grilling
🌾 Diet: Vegetarian
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Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack)
- 1 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- ½ onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- to taste salt and black pepper
- optional: black beans, corn, jalapeños
- for serving: salsa, sour cream, guacamole
Ingredient Notes:
- Large flour tortillas Use burrito-size tortillas for easier folding and a bigger, crisp quesadilla surface. Warm slightly so they do not crack.
- Shredded cheese Cheese is the glue that holds quesadillas together. Mexican blend is classic; cheddar is bold; Monterey Jack melts smoothly.
- Bell peppers Peppers add sweetness and crunch. Slice thin so they cook fast and stay tender-crisp.
- Onion Onion adds savory sweetness. Cook until soft to avoid sharp raw bite inside the quesadilla.
- Mushrooms (optional) Mushrooms add umami and meatier texture. Brown them well so they are not watery.
- Spinach Spinach adds color and nutrients. Wilt it first so it does not release water and make tortillas soggy.
- Olive oil or butter Fat helps vegetables saute and creates crispy tortilla browning. Butter gives richer flavor; oil is neutral.
- Salt and black pepper Season vegetables so they taste bold. Proper seasoning is key for a satisfying vegetarian quesadilla.
- Optional: black beans, corn, jalapenos These add protein, sweetness, and heat. Great for Tex-Mex quesadilla variations and extra flavor.
- For serving: salsa, sour cream, guacamole Dips add moisture and contrast. Salsa adds tang, sour cream cools, guacamole adds creamy richness.
Instructions
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1Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté bell peppers and onion for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add mushrooms if using and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove vegetables to a bowl.
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2Wipe out the skillet. Place one tortilla in the dry skillet over medium-low heat. Sprinkle half of the tortilla with a thin layer of cheese.
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3Spread half of the cooked vegetables over the cheese, then top with another layer of cheese. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling.
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4Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
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5Remove to a cutting board and let cool for 1-2 minutes before cutting into wedges (this lets the cheese set slightly).
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6Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Serve immediately with your favorite dips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 380
Protein 16g
Carbs 38g
Fiber 4g
Sugar 5g
Fat 20g
Sodium 720mg
Potassium N/A
Serving Suggestions
Cut into wedges and serve hot with sides of salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and/or pico de gallo for dipping. A simple side salad turns it into a complete meal. They are great for lunch, a light dinner, or an after-school snack.
How to Store?
Quesadillas are best served immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to re-crisp the tortilla, or in a toaster oven. The microwave will make them soggy. They do not freeze well.
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