Grilled Mediterranean Quesadillas

Health score
5%
Grilled Mediterranean Quesadillas
30 min.
16
117kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Grilled Mediterranean Quesadillas, a scrumptious fusion that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your grill! Perfect for gatherings, these quesadillas are not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine biting into a warm, crispy tortilla filled with creamy roasted garlic cream cheese, tender shredded chicken, and a medley of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and feta cheese. Each bite is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the aromatic touch of fresh parsley. Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a family meal, or simply craving a savory snack, these quesadillas are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 16 people, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. The grilling process not only melts the cheese to perfection but also infuses the quesadillas with a smoky flavor that takes them to the next level. Serve them with refreshing cucumber slices and briny olives for an extra touch of Mediterranean flair. Get ready to indulge in a deliciously unique appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • 0.3 cup cream cheese with roasted garlic (from 8-oz container) reduced-fat
  • cup plum tomatoes coarsely chopped (Roma)
  • cup chicken shredded cooked
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • oz feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • slices cucumber 
  • serving olives ripe sliced

Equipment

  • toothpicks
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. Spray 2 (30x18-inch) pieces of heavy-duty foil with cooking spray. For each quesadilla, place 1 tortilla on foil; spread with 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese. Top with half each of the tomatoes, chicken, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese and parsley. Top with another tortilla.
  2. Wrap foil securely around tortillas; pierce top of foil packet once or twice with fork to vent steam.
  3. Place foil packets, seam side up, on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 minutes. Turn packets over. Cover grill; cook about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  4. Cut each quesadilla into 8 wedges. Top with cucumber slices and olives; secure with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories117kcal
Protein21.71%
Fat40.86%
Carbs37.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.81
Glycemic Load
3.28
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.1769565188366%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
1.08mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:117.15kcal
5.86%
Fat:5.28g
8.13%
Saturated Fat:2.5g
15.64%
Carbohydrates:10.89g
3.63%
Net Carbohydrates:9.97g
3.63%
Sugar:1.42g
1.58%
Cholesterol:17.34mg
5.78%
Sodium:268.84mg
11.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.32g
12.63%
Selenium:8.4µg
12%
Vitamin K:11.09µg
10.56%
Phosphorus:103.66mg
10.37%
Calcium:91.2mg
9.12%
Vitamin B3:1.7mg
8.48%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.92%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.54%
Folate:24.18µg
6.04%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.96%
Iron:0.95mg
5.29%
Vitamin A:257.67IU
5.15%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.69%
Zinc:0.6mg
3.99%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.98%
Fiber:0.92g
3.68%
Vitamin C:2.7mg
3.28%
Potassium:100.18mg
2.86%
Magnesium:10.58mg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.09%
Copper:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.08%