Best 6 Zuchinni Quesadilla Recipes

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Welcome, food enthusiasts and culinary adventurers! Embark on a delightful journey into the world of zucchini quesadillas, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our comprehensive guide features a collection of mouthwatering recipes that showcase the versatility of this humble vegetable. From classic quesadillas bursting with melted cheese and savory fillings to innovative variations that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, we have something for every palate. Get ready to elevate your quesadilla game and discover new favorites that will become staples in your kitchen. Our recipes cater to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian and gluten-free options, ensuring everyone can indulge in the goodness of zucchini quesadillas. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stovetop or preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the beauty of zucchini in quesadilla form.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY ZUCCHINI QUESADILLAS



Spicy Zucchini Quesadillas image

My family loves Mexican food, so I created this easy recipe one summer when our garden was bursting with zucchini. For milder quesadillas, use Monterey Jack instead of pepper Jack cheese. If you want them spicier, add some red pepper flakes or chopped jalapenos. -Linda Taylor Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
2 cups shredded zucchini
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
8 flour tortillas (8 inches)
8 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded
Salsa, sour cream and pickled jalapeno pepper slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in 1 teaspoon butter for 3 minutes. Stir in zucchini and taco seasoning; saute 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat., Spread remaining butter over one side of each tortilla. Place tortillas butter side down on a griddle. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup cheese and 1/4 cup zucchini mixture over half of each tortilla; fold over., Cook over low heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa, sour cream and jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 calories, Fat 31g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 1321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ZUCCHINI QUESADILLAS



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A quesadilla is a tortilla typically filled with beans and shredded cheese then folded before being toasted or fried. Our version features cheese and cooked vegetables. Sour cream, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and bottled salsa make great accompaniments to quesadillas, so serve them on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, coarsely chopped
Salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 cup frozen corn kernels (4 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups grated pepper jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onion and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute more.
  • Add zucchini and frozen corn kernels; cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is soft and corn is tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro, if using.
  • Brush one side of all tortillas with remaining tablespoon oil; lay 2 tortillas, oiled side down, on a baking sheet. Place half of the filling on each, and sprinkle with half the cheese. Place remaining 2 tortillas on top, oiled side up; press down gently with a spatula to seal.
  • Bake until cheese has melted and tortillas are golden brown, turning once, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool slightly. To serve, slice each quesadilla into wedges.

ZUCCHINI BREAKFAST QUESADILLA



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This is a perfect breakfast for kids. You can hide chopped zucchini in the scrambled eggs and they gobble them up. Scrambled eggs, zucchini, and cheese, all tucked inside a warm and crispy flour tortilla. Serve with salsa if desired.

Provided by KATHY

Categories     Quesadillas

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium scallions, thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon salt
4 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil, then add zucchini, scallions, black pepper, oregano, and pepper flakes. Sauté until vegetables are tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, crack eggs into a bowl. Add water and whisk until well combined. Stir in Cheddar cheese and salt.
  • Add egg mixture to the skillet and increase the heat to medium. Stir and scramble until eggs are soft-set, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove egg mixture to a plate and wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.
  • Spread 1/4 of the egg mixture onto half of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half.
  • Place the clean skillet over medium-high heat. Add tortillas, two at a time, to the hot skillet and cook until crisp, about 1 minute per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 531.9 mg

ZUCCHINI BLOSSOM QUESADILLA



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
2 jalapeno chiles, stemmed, seeded and finely diced 1 pound zucchini or other squash blossoms, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cups grated Manchego or Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup grated Panela cheese
1 1/2 cups Anejo, Parmesan or Romano cheese
6 flour Tortillas, or large Corn Tortillas

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook the onions and jalapenos until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the zucchini blossoms, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the flowers are wilted, about 5 minutes more. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, combine 3 cheeses. Lay the tortillas out on a counter. Divide the cheese mixture into 6 portions and sprinkle one portion over half of each tortilla.
  • Divide the zucchini mixture into 6 portions and arrange evenly over the cheese. Fold over each tortilla to enclose the filling. Melt the two remaining tablespoons of butter. Place the dry griddle or cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Brush one side of a quesadilla with melted butter and place buttered side down in the pan. Cook until very light golden , about 1 minute. Brush the uncoated side with butter and flip over. Cook until the other side is golden, and transfer to a baking sheet. When all the quesadillas are browned, transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake ten minutes, until the cheese begins to ooze. Serve hot, whole or cut into wedges.

GRILLED CORN, ZUCCHINI, AND BLACK BEAN QUESADILLAS



Grilled Corn, Zucchini, and Black Bean Quesadillas image

Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Bean     Tomato     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Avocado     Spring     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Cilantro     Tortillas     Monterey Jack     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the grilled vegetables:
2 ears of corn, unshucked
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch scallions (reserve 1 scallion for salsa)
For the salsa:
1 avocado, diced
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1/2 pint (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch of cayenne pepper
For the quesadillas:
4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
Cilantro leaves with tender stems (for serving)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Grill the vegetables:
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high, direct heat, preferably with hardwood or hardwood charcoal. Grill corn over direct heat, turning to cook evenly, until kernels are tender, about 20 minutes. Let corn steam in its husk 10 minutes, then shuck and cut kernels from cob. Transfer kernels to a large bowl.
  • While corn is grilling, brush cut sides of zucchini with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss scallions with remaining 1 Tbsp. olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Grill zucchini and scallions over direct heat, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, 8-10 minutes. Let cool slightly. Coarsely chop zucchini and scallions, then toss with corn. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the salsa:
  • Combine avocado, scallion, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cayenne in a medium bowl.
  • Assemble the quesadillas:
  • Arrange tortillas on a work surface. Dividing evenly, layer cheese, then beans, then grilled vegetables on one side of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half to create half-moons.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-low until hot, then cook 2 tortillas, turning once, until cheese is melted and tortillas are brown, 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer quesadillas to serving plates, then cook remaining tortillas with remaining oil. Sprinkle quesadillas with cilantro leaves and serve with salsa and lime wedges alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Vegetables can be grilled, covered, and chilled for up to 3 days.

QUESADILLAS DE FLOR DE CALABAZA (ZUCCHINI BLOSSOM QUESADILLAS)



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These quesadillas de flor de calabaza are very popular in Mexico. The bacon grease gives the quesadillas another level of tastiness plus they crisp up beautifully. If bacon grease is unavailable, feel free to use lard, oil, or butter.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon bacon drippings
2 corn tortillas
2 slices Manchego cheese
6 zucchini blossoms

Steps:

  • Melt bacon grease in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Place tortillas in the skillet. Top each tortilla with 1 slice of Manchego cheese and 3 zucchini blossoms. Fold tortillas in half.
  • Cook until tortillas are lightly browned and cheese starts to melt, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook until the other side is crispy, lightly browned, and the cheese has melted, 1 more minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 22.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 407.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Look for small to medium-sized zucchinis that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid zucchinis that are too large or have blemishes, as they may be bitter or have a tough texture.
  • Shred the zucchini correctly: Use a box grater with large holes to shred the zucchini. Grating the zucchini too finely will make it watery and difficult to work with.
  • Squeeze out excess moisture: After shredding the zucchini, use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out any excess moisture. This will help prevent the quesadillas from becoming soggy.
  • Season the zucchini: Before adding the zucchini to the quesadillas, season it with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. This will help enhance the flavor of the quesadillas.
  • Use a variety of fillings: In addition to zucchini, you can add other fillings to your quesadillas, such as cheese, cooked chicken, black beans, or corn. Get creative and experiment with different flavor combinations.
  • Cook the quesadillas until golden brown: Cook the quesadillas over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. This will ensure that the quesadillas are cooked through and have a nice texture.
  • Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings: Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or pico de gallo. You can also add a side of rice or beans.

Conclusion:

Zucchini quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up leftover zucchini and are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a zucchini quesadilla recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give zucchini quesadillas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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