Veggie Confetti Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Veggie Confetti Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots; 1 medium zucchini; 1 large onion; 2 medium tomatoes; 1 garlic clove; 1 (16 ounce) can corn, drained and rinse; 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 6 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese, grated; 6 whole wheat tortillas; 2 cups plain nonfat yogurt; 2 tablespoons canola oil

Servings: persons

2 medium carrots
1 medium zucchini
1 large onion
2 medium tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1 (16 ounce) can corn, drained and rinse
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
6 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese, grated
6 whole wheat tortillas
2 cups plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons canola oil

1
Rinse all vegetables.
2
Do not peel.
3
Dice onion, carrots and zucchini.
4
Seed and dice tomatoes.
5
Mince garlic.
6
Heat canola oil in skillet over medium heat.
7
Saute carrots 3-4 minutes until semi-soft.
8
Add zucchini, onion, tomatoes, garlic, corn, black beans, optional spices, and 1/2 chopped cilantro, reserving other 1/2 chopped cilantro for later.
9
Cook an additional 3-4 minutes.
10
Transfer quesadilla mixture to a large bowl.
11
Return skillet to stove and spray lightly with canola oil.
12
Place tortilla in pan over medium heat.
13
Add cheese over entire tortilla, add mixture to 1/2 the tortilla.
14
Fold in half.
15
Cook each side evenly, about 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
16
Place aside and make remaining quesadillas.
17
Stir remaining cilantro into plain nonfat yogurt and use as a dip.
18
Serve with your favorite salsa.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium carrots, 1 medium zucchini, 1 large onion, 2 medium tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Veggie Confetti Quesadillas falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Veggie Confetti Quesadillas

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Variations & substitutions

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