Description
These healthy veggie quesadillas are a perfect way to sneak in some extra vegetables while satisfying even the pickiest of eaters. Packed with cheese and colorful veggies, they are easy to make and delicious.
Ingredients
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- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped spinach, bell peppers, zucchini, and corn to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half with shredded cheese, and add a layer of the sautéed veggies.
- Fold the tortilla over and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
Keywords: healthy recipes for picky eaters, veggie quesadillas, easy healthy dinner, vegetarian recipes, kids friendly recipes