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Delicious Caprese Pesto Quesadillas & Balsamic Glaze


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful combination of creamy mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil, these quesadillas are quick to prepare and perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 8 or 10-inch Flour tortillas
  • Basil pesto, to taste
  • Fresh mozzarella, to taste
  • Ripe tomatoes, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, to taste
  • Balsamic glaze, to taste
  • Olive oil or butter, to taste

Instructions

  1. If making homemade balsamic glaze, simmer 1 cup of balsamic vinegar in a saucepan until thickened, about 10-15 minutes, then set aside.
  2. Slice fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes; chiffonade fresh basil.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding olive oil or butter to coat the pan.
  4. Lay one tortilla in the skillet and spread basil pesto over half of it.
  5. Layer sliced mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on top of the pesto.
  6. Fold the tortilla over and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  7. Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the other side is crispy and the cheese is melted.
  8. Remove from the pan, let rest, then slice and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  9. Serve immediately and repeat with any remaining tortillas.

Notes

These quesadillas can be customized with added proteins or spices, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg