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How to Make Perfect Veggie Quesadilla

Published: Dec 16, 2025

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

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.
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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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restaurant 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
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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.

list_alt Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat 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.
  2. 2
    Wipe 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.
  3. 3
    Spread 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.
  4. 4
    Cook 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.
  5. 5
    Remove to a cutting board and let cool for 1-2 minutes before cutting into wedges (this lets the cheese set slightly).
  6. 6
    Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Serve immediately with your favorite dips.

Nutrition Facts

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Calories 380
Protein 16g
Carbs 38g
Fiber 4g
Sugar 5g
Fat 20g
Sodium 720mg
Potassium N/A
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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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