CRAB ASPARAGUS QUESADILLAS

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This decadent combination features fresh asparagus and crabmeat with Mexican flare. "These make eye-fetching appetizers and can even be served as the main course," relates Curtis Gunnarson of Sycamore, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 flour tortillas (8 inches)
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 cup chopped fresh asparagus, cooked
1/2 cup chopped imitation crabmeat
2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup picante sauce, divided
2 teaspoons canola oil
6 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
12 large ripe olives, sliced

Steps:

  • On two tortillas, layer each with 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup asparagus, 1/4 cup crab, 1 tablespoon picante sauce and remaining cheese. Top with remaining tortillas; press down lightly. , In a small skillet coated with cooking spray, cook one quesadilla at a time in oil for 2 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted. Cut each into six wedges. Serve with sour cream, olives and remaining picante sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ridam Rasaili
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Wahab Butt
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These quesadillas are the perfect comfort food.


Sajal Biswas
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I'm allergic to crab, so I used shrimp instead. The quesadillas were still delicious!


Sk Kadir
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I added some chopped red bell pepper to my quesadillas for extra flavor.


Asrar Ahmad
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These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover crab.


Vivian vero Nansamba
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I'm not a big fan of crab, but I loved these quesadillas. The asparagus and cheese really balanced out the flavor.


Mieka Marie Hodson
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These quesadillas are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Waqas Shaha
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I would have liked the recipe to include more detailed instructions on how to fold the quesadillas.


Morgan Hirn
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I've made these quesadillas several times now, and they're always a hit. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Fayaz G
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I used fresh asparagus from my garden, and it made the quesadillas even more delicious.


Muhamer Fejziu
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These quesadillas are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're also great for a quick and easy meal.


Omer Haider
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Even my picky kids loved these quesadillas! They're now a regular in our dinner rotation.


Regan Ahmed
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The quesadillas were a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Great Mundando
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to use crab, and these quesadillas didn't disappoint. They were easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Jane Nkuna
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These crab and asparagus quesadillas were a hit! The flavors paired perfectly, and the quesadillas were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.