Colorful Quesadillas
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Serves8 (1 wrap each)
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
- 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup red pepper, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and garlic powder.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture on each tortilla.
- Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons bell pepper and 2 tablespoons cheese on one half of each tortilla.
- Add spinach: 1/4 cup if using fresh leaves OR 2 Tablespoons if using frozen. Fold tortillas in half.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Put 2 folded tortillas in skillet and heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove quesadillas from skillet, place on platter and cover with foil to keep warm while cooking the remainder.
- Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Serve warm.
Recipe Tips
Add sauteed onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms for added fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Nutrition Facts
Colorful Quesadillas
Amount Per Serving (1 wrap eachg)
Calories 300
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g
22%
Saturated Fat 7g
35%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 32mg
11%
Sodium 489mg
20%
Potassium 351mg
10%
Total Carbohydrates 32g
11%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 2g
Protein 11g
22%
Vitamin A
111%
Vitamin C
56%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
13%
Iron
19%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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