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Pear quesadillas

Recipe Information

Description:
Pear quesadillas is a delicious recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Pears; Cheese
Category Fruit; Dairy
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 medium whole wheat tortillas

  • 1 cup grated cheese of choice

  • 1 cup pear cubes (fresh or canned)

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped green or red bell peppers

  • 2 tablespoons minced onion

Directions

  • Heat a pan over medium heat.

  • Lay out two tortillas on a plate. Place 1/4 cup of cheese on each tortilla.

  • Add the pears, peppers, and onions to the tortillas. Add equal amounts on both tortillas. Add the remaining cheese, evenly, to both tortillas and top with the 2 remaining tortillas.

  • Place one quesadilla onto a heated pan. Cook for 2-4 minutes, flip, and cook for another 2-4 minutes. Cook until both sides are golden brown.

  • Repeat cooking directions for the second quesadilla.

  • Cut each quesadilla into 4 pieces and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 250 cal

  • Total fat: 8g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 15mg

  • Sodium: 400mg

  • Potassium: 0g

  • Carbohydrate: 31g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 11g