Portabella Quesadillas

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 4
Mouth-watering Portabella Quesadillas filled with veggies and cheese
in Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup red bell pepper , sliced thin
1 cup yellow onion , diced
1/2 cup broccoli , chopped
1 portabella mushroom cap , sliced thin
1 teaspoon chili powder ( to taste )
1 teaspoon ground cumin ( to taste )
1/2 cup refried beans ( use vegetarian if available )
1/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese , shredded ( optional )
2 flour tortillas , burrito size

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
532
Sugar
6g
Fat
24g
Portabella Quesadillas are a healthy and delicious vegetarian twist on traditional quesadillas. This recipe is filled with nutritious veggies, including red bell peppers, yellow onion, and broccoli, which are sautéed until tender and juicy. The addition of portabella mushrooms gives the dish a meaty texture and earthy flavor that will satisfy even the most carnivorous appetite. These quesadillas are perfect for a quick and easy dinner, and can be customized with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or sour cream. You can also make them vegan by omitting the cheese and using vegan tortillas. Enjoy this healthy and tasty meal tonight!

Instructions

1.In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the red bell pepper, yellow onion, broccoli, and portabella mushroom to the skillet, and cook until vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes.
3.Sprinkle chili powder and cumin over the veggies, and stir well to combine.
4.Add the refried beans to the skillet, and spread evenly on top of the vegetable mixture.
5.Divide the shredded cheese evenly over one side of each tortilla, and place the tortillas (cheese side up) on top of the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
6.Cook the quesadillas until the cheese melts and the tortillas are crisp and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
7.Remove the quesadillas from the skillet, cut into wedges, and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

PROS

These Portabella Quesadillas are easy to make, vegetarian, and packed with flavor and veggies.

They’re a great way to get in your daily serving of vegetables, and perfect for a quick and tasty lunch or dinner.

CONS

While these quesadillas are loaded with healthy vegetables, they can be high in calories and sodium depending on the cheese and tortillas used.

Use low-fat cheese and whole-grain tortillas to make them a bit healthier.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vegetables in these Portabella Quesadillas are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Portabella mushrooms are a great source of antioxidants and have been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting immune function.
Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that has been shown to have cancer-fighting properties.
Red bell peppers are high in vitamin C and may help boost immunity and reduce inflammation.

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