Goat Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Goat Cheese Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped; ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt; ⅓ cup kalamata olive, pitted and finely chopped (2 ounces); 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; ½ teaspoon minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; 48 inches flour tortillas; 4 ounces goat cheese, softened; 4 small scallions, thinly sliced; fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; kosher salt

Servings: persons

3 large plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅓ cup kalamata olive, pitted and finely chopped (2 ounces)
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
48 inches flour tortillas
4 ounces goat cheese, softened
4 small scallions, thinly sliced
fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
kosher salt

1
Make the salsa: In a strainer set in the sink, toss the tomatoes with the salt and let drain for 10 minutes.
2
Transfer the tomatoes to a bowl and add the olives, parsley, onion, vinegar, lime juice, hot sauce, garlic and oregano.
3
Mix well.
4
Make the quesadillas: Spread the tortillas with the goat cheese and sprinkle with the scallions and pepper; sandwich to make 4 quesadillas.
5
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil.
6
Add the quesadillas and cook over moderately high heat until golden and crisp, about 1 minute per side.
7
Transfer the quesadillas to a cutting board and cut each one into 6 wedges.
8
Sprinkle with salt and top each wedge with 1 teaspoon of the salsa.
9
Serve immediately, passing the remaining salsa separately.

4568

kcal

Calories

Fat

917

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt, ⅓ cup kalamata olive, pitted and finely chopped (2 ounces), 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Goat Cheese Quesadillas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Goat Cheese Quesadillas

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