Broccoli and Cheese Quesadillas
These Broccoli and Cheese Quesadillas bring the classic fusion of broccoli and cheddar cheese to make one delicious and healthy snack or meal. Made with fresh broccoli and carrots, melted cheddar cheese, and spices. All wrapped in a warm tortilla. These cheesy and tasty quesadillas make for the perfect finger food for toddlers and kids. Get those veggies in a fun way while staying healthy!
Ingredients
- 1 broccoli head
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tsp pink sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Start by chopping off broccoli stem and separating florets. Place broccoli florets in a steamer or pot. Steam or boil broccoli for 10 minutes or until broccoli is soft and tender. Make sure not to overcook.
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Drain broccoli and place on a cutting board. Chop cooked broccoli into small minced pieces.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, shredded carrots, pink sea salt, black pepper and garlic powder. Toss until all ingredients are well combined. Divide into 4 equal parts.
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Grease griddle or cast iron skillet with butter and heat-up on medium-high heat.
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Place a tortilla on heated surface and pour one of the 4 parts of broccoli mixture on top of tortilla. Make sure to pour it on one half side of the tortilla. Grab a handful of cheese and spread over broccoli mixture on top of tortilla.
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Using a spatula, fold other half of tortilla over half with mixture and cheese. Grently press down with spatula and pan-fry for 1-2 minutes. Do 3 minutes if you want cheese to melt more. Careful not to burn outside of tortilla.
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Flip over and pan fry on the other side for another 1-2 minutes again. Use spatula to push any mixture or cheese that may have fallen out of tortilla back into it.
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Remove quesadilla from griddle or skillet and set aside. Repeat steps with the rest of tortillas and mixture.
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Cut each quesadilla in half to end up with 2 slices. Serve tortillas while still warm with preferred dip such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Tips and Substitutions:
- Careful not to overcook broccoli when steaming or boiling- You just want the broccoli cooked enough until it's soft and tender. Remember it will cook a bit more when pan frying the tortillas.
- If any broccoli or cheese fall out while you’re folding the tortilla– Use spatula to stick back into the quesadilla.
- If you want the cheese to melt more or tortillas to get warmer– leave for an extra minute on both sides.
- Add more protein- You can add some shredded chicken.
- Substitute cheese- You can use mild cheddar or mozzarella.
- Use vegan cheese- This will make these vegan friendly!
- Substitute for butter- Use refined coconut oil or avocado oil.