Description
Savor the ultimate summer snack with these golden, cheesy poolside quesadilla wedges. Bursting with fresh veggies and savory cheese, each crispy wedge is perfect for sharing at your next backyard BBQ or poolside gathering. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, these quesadillas will impress your friends and family while bringing back nostalgic summer memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (1 cup sharp cheddar, 1 cup Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup salsa (medium heat)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Lay one tortilla flat; sprinkle half with cheese, followed by bell peppers, onion, and salsa.
- Fold the tortilla in half and gently press to seal.
- Cook in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet, let rest for a minute, then slice into wedges.
- Serve with extra salsa or guacamole for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheese varieties or add proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp for extra flavor. For a spicy kick, include jalapeños or fresh herbs like cilantro. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet until crispy.