Corn And Goat Cheese Quesadillas

Vegetarian
Health score
24%
Corn And Goat Cheese Quesadillas
60 min.
4
244kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Corn and Goat Cheese Quesadillas, a perfect vegetarian dish that brings a burst of freshness and zest to your table. Whether you're looking for a scrumptious appetizer for your next gathering or a satisfying snack to enjoy on a cozy evening, these quesadillas are sure to impress. With a harmonious blend of sweet corn, creamy goat cheese, and the vibrant kick of pickled jalapeños, each bite is a celebration of taste and texture.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe serves four and is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients. The combination of char-grilled red bell peppers and fresh cilantro adds a colorful touch, while the baby spinach leaves provide a nutritious crunch. The rich, buttery exterior of the quesadillas contrasts beautifully with the savory filling, making them irresistible.

Perfect for any occasion, these quesadillas can be served as a starter, a light meal, or even as a fun snack during a movie night. Pair them with lime wedges for a zesty finish, and watch as they disappear from the plate in no time. Dive into this culinary adventure and treat yourself and your loved ones to a dish that’s as delicious as it is satisfying!

Ingredients

  • servings baby spinach 
  • servings bell pepper red drained
  • servings butter 
  • servings pepper flakes sliced
  • servings pepper flakes sliced
  • servings ears corn 
  • servings flour tortilla 
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • servings goat cheese soft
  • servings lime 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Cook corn on heated oiled grill plate (or grill or barbecue) until browned lightly and tender; when cool enough to handle, cut kernels from cobs.
  2. Spread cheese over tortillas. Top four of the tortillas with corn, bell peppers, chili and cilantro, season; top with remaining tortillas. Press around edges firmly to seal quesadillas.Melt butter in medium frying pan; cook quesadillas, one at a time, until browned both sides and heated through.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein16.06%
Fat47.28%
Carbs36.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
75.5
Glycemic Load
6.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.17956531307%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
3.01mg
Naringenin
0.24mg
Luteolin
0.68mg
Kaempferol
1.93mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.1kcal
12.21%
Fat:13.23g
20.36%
Saturated Fat:7.89g
49.34%
Carbohydrates:23.09g
7.7%
Net Carbohydrates:19.3g
7.02%
Sugar:5.88g
6.53%
Cholesterol:24.55mg
8.18%
Sodium:392.17mg
17.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.11g
20.22%
Vitamin C:134.66mg
163.23%
Vitamin K:154.76µg
147.39%
Vitamin A:5783.06IU
115.66%
Folate:130.06µg
32.52%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.54%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.67%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.98%
Phosphorus:184.67mg
18.47%
Iron:3.05mg
16.94%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.93%
Copper:0.33mg
16.68%
Fiber:3.79g
15.17%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.08%
Vitamin B3:2.69mg
13.43%
Potassium:445.86mg
12.74%
Calcium:127.11mg
12.71%
Magnesium:49.56mg
12.39%
Selenium:8.09µg
11.56%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.77%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.66%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.09%