Quesadilla Pie

Vegetarian
Health score
16%
Quesadilla Pie
50 min.
6
433kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing the Quesadilla Pie, a scrumptious vegetarian dish that combines the comforting flavors of quesadillas with the fun presentation of a pie! Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients that everyone will love.

Imagine layers of soft tortillas enveloping a savory filling of black beans, zesty green chiles, and fresh vegetables, all topped with a gooey blend of pepper Jack and Cheddar cheese. Each bite is a burst of flavor, complemented by the freshness of cilantro and the option to serve it with your favorite salsa. With just 50 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can whip up this hearty dish that serves six, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or meal prepping for the week ahead.

At 433 calories per serving, the Quesadilla Pie offers a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you feel satisfied without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your taste buds with this deliciously cheesy, veggie-packed pie that’s sure to become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

  • oz chilis green chopped canned
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • medium plum tomatoes chopped (Roma)
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce green canned
  • oz pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix chiles, beans, onions, tomato, 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce, the pepper Jack cheese, 1/4 cup of the cilantro and 1/2 cup of the Cheddar cheese; set aside.
  2. Spoon 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into pie plate. Top with 1 tortilla and 1/3 of the bean mixture. Repeat twice to make 3 layers. Top with remaining tortilla. Cover loosely with foil.
  3. Bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  4. Bake 5 to 7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  5. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro.
  6. Serve with salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories433kcal
Protein19.37%
Fat40.34%
Carbs40.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.67
Glycemic Load
8.48
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.204347988834%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:433.2kcal
21.66%
Fat:19.46g
29.94%
Saturated Fat:10.62g
66.4%
Carbohydrates:43.73g
14.58%
Net Carbohydrates:35.59g
12.94%
Sugar:5.7g
6.33%
Cholesterol:44.13mg
14.71%
Sodium:1435.09mg
62.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.03g
42.06%
Calcium:458.53mg
45.85%
Phosphorus:403.3mg
40.33%
Fiber:8.14g
32.56%
Selenium:22.07µg
31.53%
Folate:117.3µg
29.32%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.87%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.34%
Iron:4.14mg
22.98%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.66%
Vitamin K:21.35µg
20.34%
Vitamin A:980.62IU
19.61%
Zinc:2.27mg
15.1%
Vitamin B3:3mg
14.98%
Vitamin C:12.14mg
14.72%
Magnesium:52.35mg
13.09%
Potassium:388.9mg
11.11%
Copper:0.22mg
10.96%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.26%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.07%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.9%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.23%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%