Brie Quesadillas with Mango Guacamole

Health score
1%
Brie Quesadillas with Mango Guacamole
35 min.
24
92kcal

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Brie Quesadillas with Mango Guacamole is a delightful twist on the classic Mexican dish, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is perfect for those who enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and creating exciting culinary experiences. With a few simple steps, you'll be able to transform ordinary quesadillas into a gourmet treat that's sure to impress your guests.

The star of this recipe is the combination of creamy Brie cheese and sweet, tangy mango guacamole. The Brie adds a rich, buttery flavor to the quesadillas, while the guacamole provides a refreshing contrast with its tropical notes. The jalapeño chile and garlic in the guacamole give it a subtle kick, while the lime juice and cilantro add a bright, citrusy finish.

To begin, you'll prepare the guacamole by blending avocado, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a food processor. The addition of mango not only contributes to the flavor but also gives the guacamole a beautiful, vibrant color. This refreshing dip is the perfect accompaniment to the warm, cheesy quesadillas.

Next, you'll assemble the quesadillas by layering strips of Brie and ham on flour tortillas. The use of Old El Paso Flour Tortillas ensures a soft, pliable base for your quesadillas, making them easy to fold and cook. Once filled, you'll brush the tops with vegetable oil, adding a golden crispness when cooked.

Cooking the quesadillas is a quick process, requiring just a few minutes in a hot skillet. The key is to achieve a golden-brown exterior and a melted, gooey interior. Once cooked, you'll cut the quesadillas into wedges, making them the perfect size for dipping into the mango guacamole.

These Brie Quesadillas with Mango Guacamole are an excellent choice for a starter, snack, or even as part of a tapas-style meal. They're a great way to add a touch of sophistication to your menu, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your guests wanting more. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to enjoy this mouthwatering creation!

Ingredients

  • medium avocado pitted peeled quartered
  • 0.5 small jalapeno seeded finely chopped
  • small clove garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 medium mangos diced peeled cut in half lengthwise, seed removed, and
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • oz round of président brie cut into 1/8-inch strips (not wedges)
  • 0.3 lb finely-chopped ham cooked thinly sliced (from deli)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In food processor, place all guacamole ingredients except mango. Cover; process with 3 or 4 on/off turns until coarsely chopped.
  2. Place in small bowl; stir in mango. Set aside.
  3. Top half of each tortilla with cheese and ham. Fold tortilla over and press down.
  4. Brush tops with oil.
  5. Heat 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Place 3 quesadillas, oil sides down, in skillet.
  7. Brush tops with half of remaining oil. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until both sides are golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining quesadillas and oil.
  8. Cut each into 4 wedges.
  9. Serve with guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

Calories92kcal
Protein15.68%
Fat50.04%
Carbs34.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.28
Glycemic Load
2.41
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.6917391438847%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.09kcal
4.6%
Fat:5.18g
7.97%
Saturated Fat:1.96g
12.26%
Carbohydrates:7.98g
2.66%
Net Carbohydrates:6.88g
2.5%
Sugar:1.2g
1.33%
Cholesterol:10.54mg
3.51%
Sodium:207.66mg
9.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.65g
7.3%
Selenium:4.94µg
7.06%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.86%
Folate:25.91µg
6.48%
Phosphorus:59.37mg
5.94%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.77%
Vitamin C:4.31mg
5.23%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.76%
Vitamin K:4.66µg
4.44%
Fiber:1.11g
4.42%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.34%
Calcium:34.33mg
3.43%
Iron:0.61mg
3.37%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.33%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.06%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.69%
Potassium:91.71mg
2.62%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.4%
Vitamin A:115.87IU
2.32%
Copper:0.04mg
2.11%
Magnesium:8.35mg
2.09%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.95%