Healthy Quesadilla for Picky Eaters

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Healthy Quesadilla for Picky Eaters

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★★★★★ 4.5/5

Intro by Chef Amber (AI Chef):

Healthy Quesadilla for Picky Eaters is the perfect way to sneak in some veggies while keeping the flavors kid-approved! Loaded with gooey cheese, finely chopped veggies, and tender chicken (or your favorite protein), this quesadilla is sure to be a hit at the dinner table.

Nutrition Facts

Calories310 ; fat 14g; Carbohydrates 28g; Protein 15g. Fiber: 4g

Descriptions

These Healthy Quesadillas are prepared in hopes of pleasing even the most finicky of eaters. Sneakily filled with veggies and lots of cheesiness, they’re sneaky nutrition on your family dinner plate.
Best of all as an after-school snack, or lunch, or dinner.

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the Filling:

- Olive oil in a medium skillet, heat. Add onion, bell peppers, and spinach. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Salt and pepper to taste.

Step 2

Prepare the Quesadilla:

- The first tortilla on a flat surface, place half the cheese add, cooked vegetables and chicken or beans add, and top with the rest of the cheese. The second tortilla on top, place.

Step 3

Cook the Quesadilla:

- The skillet on medium, heat.
  Cook quesadilla 3–4 minutes per side, or until cheese is melted and tortilla is browned.

Step 4

Serve:

- Cut into triangles and serve warm. Serve with guacamole, salsa, or Greek yogurt.

Pro Tips

Substitute chicken with black beans for a vegetarian version.

Add cumin or taco seasoning for an explosion of flavor.

Serve for breakfast as a quesadilla with scrambled eggs.

Creative Variations

Cheeseburger Variation: Top with ground beef, pickle relish, and ketchup drizzle.

Pizza Quesadilla: Marinara, mozzarella, and favorite pizza topping ingredients.

Veggie Loaded: Double the veggies and add mushrooms and zucchini to give it an extra boost of nutrition.

FAQs

Can I freeze these quesadillas?
Yes! Roll individually and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or skillet.

Can I use gluten-free tortillas?
Yes! Substitute the whole-wheat tortillas with your gluten-free alternative.

Advice for Gifting

Tie a batch of pre-made quesadillas in parchment paper, ribbon-tie, and include a jar of freshly made salsa as a delicious and considerate gift.

Fun Ways to Serve

Strip for quesadilla dippers and serve with variety of sauces.

Serve over side salad as complete meal.

Serve as topping over filling soup.

Final Thoughts

Healthy Quesadilla for Picky Eaters is proof that nutritious food can still be delicious. Perfectly crisp on the outside and cheesy on the inside, it’s a family-friendly favorite that’s easy to whip up any time of the day.