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Tomato Basil Quesadilla Recipe

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This easy tomato basil quesadilla recipe features juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and melted cheese inside a crispy tortilla. It’s a quick vegetarian meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large flour tortillas

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1 medium tomato, diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  • 2 large flour tortillas

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1 medium tomato, diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Notes

  • Pat the tomatoes dry if they are very juicy to avoid soggy quesadillas.

  • Fresh basil gives the best flavor.

  • Use medium heat to prevent burning the tortilla.

  • Author: Amiyah Weaver
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg