Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 unit

Salt

4 unit

Spring Onion

finely chopped

1 unit

Carrot

finely chopped

1 unit

Yellow Zucchini

finely chopped

1 unit

Red Bell Pepper

finely chopped

1 cup

Red Cabbage

finely chopped

1 tsp

Tabasco Hot Sauce

1 tsp

Cumin powder

1 cup

Processed Cheese

grated

1 unit

Olive Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare all ingredients.

Step 2
~3 min

In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat oil and sauté spring onions, carrots, and zucchini until slightly softened.

Step 3
~3 min

Add red cabbage and salt. Stir and cover, cooking until vegetables are firm but cooked.

Step 4
~3 min

Add cumin powder and Tabasco sauce. Stir to combine and set aside.

Step 5
~3 min

In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt. Mix well.

Step 6
~3 min

Gradually add water and knead to form a firm, smooth dough.

Step 7
~3 min

Drizzle oil on top and knead again to make a non-sticky dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Divide the dough into lemon-sized balls and set aside.

Step 9
~3 min

Dust a ball in flour and roll into an 8-inch tortilla.

Step 10
~3 min

Preheat a pan over medium heat and place the rolled-out dough on the pan.

Step 11
~3 min

Press, flip, and turn the tortilla until cooked on both sides. Press around the edges to ensure even cooking.

Step 12
~3 min

Alternatively, place it on a gas flame to puff like phulka.

Step 13
~3 min

Once the tortillas are cooked, turn the heat to low.

Step 14
~3 min

Add a few tablespoons of the roasted vegetables to one side of the tortilla.

Step 15
~3 min

Evenly spread grated cheese on top.

Step 16
~3 min

Fold the empty side of the tortilla over the filled side to make a semi-circle.

Step 17
~3 min

Press it down, drizzle oil, and cook the quesadilla until golden and crisp on both sides.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve the Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla along with Greek Yogurt Dip for a quick weeknight dinner or as a snack.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Customize the filling with your favorite vegetables.

Add beans or cooked chicken for extra protein.

Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The roasted vegetables and tortilla dough can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Greek yogurt dip.

Serve with salsa and guacamole.

Serve as a side dish or a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Black beans
Corn salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Quesadillas are a staple food in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
snack
party food

Popularity Score

70/100

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