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Crispy Sheet Pan Quesadillas with Cheesy Veggie Filling

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A quick and easy sheet pan quesadilla recipe featuring a crispy, golden exterior and a melty, cheesy veggie filling. Perfect for fuss-free weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • Shredded cheese blend: sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack (about 3/4 cup or 85g per quesadilla half)
  • Bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), diced
  • Zucchini, finely chopped
  • Red onion, finely diced
  • Fresh spinach, chopped (optional)
  • Minced garlic (1-2 cloves)
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Ground cumin (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Smoked paprika (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed 12×17 inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss diced bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, chopped spinach, and minced garlic with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned veggies evenly on one half of each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Sprinkle about 3/4 cup (85g) shredded cheese blend over the veggies on each tortilla half.
  5. Fold the other half of each tortilla over the filling, pressing gently to seal the edges. Arrange quesadillas on the sheet pan with space between each.
  6. Brush the top of each quesadilla lightly with olive oil and optionally sprinkle a pinch of salt.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping each quesadilla halfway through (around 7 minutes) for even browning, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  8. If needed, bake an additional 2-3 minutes watching closely to avoid burning.
  9. Let quesadillas rest on the pan for a couple of minutes before slicing into wedges.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Notes

Brush olive oil on tortillas before baking for extra crispiness. Flip quesadillas halfway through baking for even browning. Finely chop veggies to avoid sogginess. Optionally cover with foil for first 8 minutes to help cheese melt. Pre-roasting veggies for 5 minutes can deepen flavor and reduce baking time. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in oven or skillet to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: quesadillas, sheet pan, cheesy, veggie filling, quick dinner, easy recipe, baked quesadillas, vegetarian, weeknight meal

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