Vegetable Quesadillas Recipe

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Vegetable quesadillas combine delicious melted cheese with perfectly steamed vegetables including broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms for healthy, satisfying results. These nutritious quesadillas prove vegetables can be the star while cheese provides creamy richness that complements rather than overwhelms the fresh produce flavors. The steaming technique ensures proper vegetable texture while maintaining nutritional value, creating guilt-free quesadillas that satisfy health-conscious diners.

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Delicious quesadillas with cheese and steamed vegetables like broccoli, carrot, bell pepper and mushrooms.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 zucchini, cubed

  • 1 head fresh broccoli, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 carrot, chopped

  • 1 yellow onion, chopped

  • 4 small button mushrooms, chopped

  • 4 (10 inch) flour tortillas

  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  2. Place zucchini, broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, onion and mushrooms in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.

  3. Place two tortillas, side by side, on the prepared baking sheet. On each tortilla layer cheddar cheese, vegetables, then Monterey jack cheese. Top each with another tortilla.

  4. Place under the broiler and cook until lightly browned. Carefully turn tortillas and cook on the other side until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

787 Calories
30g Fat
100g Carbs
33g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 787
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%
Saturated Fat 14g71%
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 1309mg57%
Total Carbohydrate 100g36%
Dietary Fiber 13g45%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin C 243mg270%
Calcium 711mg55%
Iron 8mg42%
Potassium 1343mg29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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