Veggie Quesadillas

Brighten up your mealtime with our Veggie Quesadillas, a healthy and delicious take on a beloved Mexican dish. These quesadillas combine the crisp textures and vibrant flavors of bell peppers, onions, and broccoli with the rich, melty delight of pepper jack cheese, all encased in whole wheat tortillas. Sautéed to perfection and then toasted to crispy golden brown, these quesadillas are a perfect blend of nutrition and taste. Suitable for various dietary needs, we offer plant-based alternatives and a gluten-free option. For families, this adaptable recipe can be easily tailored to please even the pickiest eaters, making it a fantastic choice for a quick, satisfying meal that everyone can enjoy.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 bell peppers, cut into strips
  • ½ large yellow onion, cut into slices
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 ⅓ cup black beans


Directions:

In a sauté pan, over medium-high heat, heat up a couple teaspoons of olive oil. Add in bell peppers, onion and broccoli. Cook until tender crisp with slight browning. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Lay out a tortilla, on one half layer ¼ of the shredded cheese, ¼ of the black beans and ¼ of the cooked veggies. Fold the other half of the tortilla over to make a semi-circle shaped quesadilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas. In a large, dry sauté pan, toast both sides over medium-low heat until brown and crispy. 


Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Swap out shredded cheese for vegan refried beans, hummus or pumpkin puree.

Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free tortilla.

Kid-friendly: Select the vegetables they will enjoy or make a cheese quesadilla with veggies and dip on the side.