Southwestern Tortilla Wedges (lighter )

Health score
4%
Southwestern Tortilla Wedges (lighter )
25 min.
16
131kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your snack game with a delicious and lighter twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Southwestern Tortilla Wedges, a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering or casual get-together. With a delightful combination of zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, and tender chicken, these wedges are sure to impress your guests while keeping things light and healthy.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious tortilla wedges that serve 16 people, making them an ideal choice for parties, game days, or even a cozy night in. Each bite is packed with a satisfying blend of textures and flavors, from the crispy tortillas to the melty cheese and fresh bell peppers. Plus, with only 131 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re looking for a tasty starter, a fun snack, or a crowd-pleasing antipasto, these Southwestern Tortilla Wedges are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Serve them with a side of reduced-fat sour cream or yogurt for dipping, and watch as they disappear in no time. Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this easy and delicious recipe that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup salsa 
  • 0.5 cup cream plain sour reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 cup roasted chicken cooked finely chopped
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • 0.3 cup guacamole 
  • 16 oz refried beans fat free canned
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded reduced-fat

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix salsa and sour cream. Reserve half of the salsa mixture.
  3. Mix half of the salsa mixture, half of the bell pepper and the chicken.
  4. Place 2 tortillas on ungreased cookie sheet and spread with chicken mixture.
  5. Spread 2 tortillas with guacamole and place on chicken mixture.
  6. Spread 2 more tortillas with refried beans and place on guacamole. Top each stack with remaining salsa mixture, tortilla, bell pepper and cheese.
  7. Bake about 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and filling is hot.
  8. Cut each stack into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories131kcal
Protein18.77%
Fat37.17%
Carbs44.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.75
Glycemic Load
3.85
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.7152173726455%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:131.36kcal
6.57%
Fat:5.35g
8.24%
Saturated Fat:2.56g
16.02%
Carbohydrates:14.28g
4.76%
Net Carbohydrates:11.95g
4.34%
Sugar:1.92g
2.13%
Cholesterol:12.1mg
4.03%
Sodium:411.9mg
17.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.08g
12.16%
Calcium:104.25mg
10.42%
Selenium:6.76µg
9.66%
Fiber:2.33g
9.32%
Phosphorus:90.36mg
9.04%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.43%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7%
Iron:1.14mg
6.32%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.31%
Folate:25.17µg
6.29%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.76%
Vitamin A:221IU
4.42%
Vitamin C:3.59mg
4.35%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.38%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.1%
Potassium:100.18mg
2.86%
Vitamin K:2.89µg
2.75%
Magnesium:10.47mg
2.62%
Copper:0.04mg
1.96%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.71%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.67%