Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our tantalizing Goat Cheese n’ Veggie Quesadillas! This delectable dish combines the creamy richness of goat cheese with an array of vibrant vegetables, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Experience a symphony of tastes and textures as you bite into these quesadillas, perfect for a satisfying meal or a savory snack.
In this culinary journey, we present two irresistible recipes: the Classic Goat Cheese n’ Veggie Quesadillas and the Spicy Goat Cheese n’ Veggie Quesadillas. The classic recipe offers a harmonious balance of flavors, featuring a blend of roasted red peppers, zucchini, and spinach, complemented by the tangy freshness of goat cheese. For those who crave a bit of heat, the spicy quesadillas tantalize the taste buds with a zesty combination of poblano peppers, corn, and black beans, all unified by the creamy indulgence of goat cheese.
CAMPFIRE QUESADILLAS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 16 quesadillas
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the vegetable and goat cheese quesadillas: Add the butter to a skillet with the mushrooms, onions, bell peppers and some salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.
- To build the quesadillas, spread one side of the tortillas with a little softened butter and place buttered-side down on individual heavy-duty foil squares. Top with a mixture of the Cheddar, Monterey Jack and goat cheese, sprinkle on a few jalapenos and then add some of the sauteed vegetables. Fold in half and seal into individual foil parcels. Cook on a hot campfire grill until warmed through and the cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
- For the cheese quesadillas: To build the quesadillas, spread one side the tortillas with a little softened butter and place buttered-side down on individual heavy-duty foil squares. Top with a mixture of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack. Fold in half and seal into individual foil parcels. Cook on a hot campfire grill until warmed through and the cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
GOAT CHEESE 'N' VEGGIE QUESADILLAS
The roasted veggies and goat cheese make this an elegant party food. We love to top them with our favorite salsa for an extra kick! -Sara Longworth of Philadelphia, Pennslvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 2 dozen appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the first six ingredients in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine the oil, lemon juice, chili powder and cayenne; drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Stir in cilantro. , Spread 1 tablespoon goat cheese over one side of each tortilla. Place two tortillas, plain side down, on an ungreased baking sheet; spread each with 2/3 cup vegetable mixture. Top each with another tortilla. Repeat. Bake at 400° for 5-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cut each quesadilla into six wedges. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
GUAVA AND GOAT CHEESE QUESADILLAS
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix guava jam and goat cheese in a bowl. Spread one sixth of the mixture on one half of each flour tortilla, top with just a pinch of red chili. Fold each tortilla in half and saute in a hot pan with a small amount of vegetable oil until crisp.
BLACK BEAN AND GOAT CHEESE QUESADILLAS
For these quesadillas, I prefer to use my own cooked black beans, which I try to keep on hand in the freezer. Canned baked beans are also an option, but they are higher in sodium than home-cooked beans.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, main course
Time 5m
Yield One serving
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a microwave: Place a corn tortilla on a plate. Top with the beans. Gently mash the beans with the back of a spoon. Top with pepper strips. Sprinkle on the cheese, and top with the remaining tortilla. Press down gently, then microwave for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes until the cheese has melted. Remove from the microwave, cut into quarters or sixths and serve.
- In a pan: Place a corn tortilla in a pan. Top with the beans. Gently mash the beans with the back of a spoon. Top with pepper strips. Sprinkle on the cheese. Turn the heat on medium-high, and heat until the cheese begins to melt and the tortilla begins to brown. Place the remaining tortilla on top of the cheese, and press down lightly. Flip the quesadilla over in the pan, and heat for about 30 seconds to a minute or until the cheese has melted. Flip back over, and remove to a plate. Cut into quarters or sixths, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 304, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 229 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
POTATO, GREENS, AND GOAT CHEESE QUESADILLAS
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Food Processor Potato Super Bowl Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Mother's Day Goat Cheese Pan-Fry Tomatillo Mustard Greens Tortillas Monterey Jack Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place baking sheet in oven and preheat to 275°F. Steam potatoes until tender, about 8 minutes. Place in large bowl; sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Toss to coat. Cool potatoes 15 minutes. Mix in Jack cheese. Meanwhile, blend salsa and 2/3 cup (packed) greens in mini processor until greens are finely chopped.
- Arrange tortillas on work surface. Divide remaining greens between bottom half of each. Top greens with potato mixture, then goat cheese and 2 tablespoons salsa mixture for each. Fold plain tortilla halves over filling, pressing to compact. Brush with oil.
- Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place 2 quesadillas, oiled side down, in skillet. Brush tops with oil. Cook until quesadillas are brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to sheet in oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining 2 quesadillas.
- Cut each quesadilla into 3 or 4 wedges. Serve with remaining salsa.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful cheeses, and sturdy tortillas.
- Don't overload the quesadillas with fillings. Too much filling will make them difficult to fold and cook evenly.
- Cook the quesadillas over medium heat. This will help prevent the tortillas from burning.
- Flip the quesadillas frequently so that they cook evenly on both sides.
- Serve the quesadillas immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Quesadillas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a quesadilla recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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