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Veg Quesadilla (Quesadilla with vegetables)

Published: Jun 21, 2022 by Vandana Chauhan. This post may contain affiliate links.

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Veg quesadilla is a delicious vegetarian quesadilla loaded with crunchy vegetables and melting cheese. This easy vegetarian Mexican dish can be enjoyed as a breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a snack.

Vegetable quesadilla on a white plate with salsa and guacamole in the background

If you follow my blog then you must be aware that I don't like elaborate cooking. I prefer making simple, quick, easy-to-make healthy dishes that are tasty too.

Like the recipe which I am sharing today- veg quesadilla or veggie quesadilla.

These vegetarian quesadillas get ready in less than 30 minutes and can be served in any meal of the day. Loaded with a lot of vegetables and cheese, they are loved by everyone.

Jump to:
  • What is Quesadilla?
  • What goes in a veg quesadilla?
  • Ingredient notes and substitute suggestions
  • How to make it (Step by step instructions)?
  • How to serve?
  • How to store?
  • Can quesadillas be frozen?
  • Re-heating tips
  • Recipe tips and tricks
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Other vegan and vegetarian Mexican recipes
  • Recipe

What is Quesadilla?

Quesadilla is a Mexican dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just as a snack.

The literal meaning of Quesadilla is "little cheesy thing". This Mexican dish originated in the 16th century in Northern and Central Mexico.

Quesadilla is prepared by putting different types of filling, generally made with vegetables, beans, meat, spices, and cheese. The filling is wrapped inside a tortilla and then grilled or toasted.

What goes in a veg quesadilla?

To make these simple vegetable quesadillas, you will need the ingredients shown below:

Ingredients for veggie quesadillas labelled.

Ingredient notes and substitute suggestions

  • Tortilla: Any type of tortilla can be used in this recipe. For quesadillas, try using a large tortilla (at least 9 inches).
  • Mushrooms: I have used white button mushrooms. Feel free to use the type of mushrooms you like.
  • Vegetables: Add vegetables of your choice. Some of my favorite vegetables to stuff in quesadillas are onion, bell peppers, broccoli, and cauliflower.
  • Cheese: Any melting cheese like cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack can be used. You can also combine different cheeses and then use them.

How to make it (Step by step instructions)?

Collage of steps 1 to 6 of veggie quesadilla.

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a cooking pot and add sliced onion to it.

Step 2: Saute until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3: Add chopped mushrooms, bell peppers, and corn kernels.

Step 4: Cook for 10-12 minutes on medium flame until the vegetables are cooked but still crunchy.

Step 5: Add minced garlic.

Step 6: Add salt, chili powder, and ground black pepper.

Collage of steps 7 to 12 of veggie quesadilla.

Step 7: Saute for around 2 minutes and then switch off the stove. Add roughly chopped cilantro and mix.

Step 8: Heat a griddle or pan and brush it with some olive oil.

Step 9: Place a tortilla on the griddle. Put some mushroom-vegetable filling on one side of the tortilla.

Step 10: Top it with some shredded cheese.

Step 11: Pull the other side of the tortilla to cover the filling and gently press with a spatula.

Step 12: Toast from the sides until they turn brown and crunchy. Cut in half.

Your simple and delicious meatless veggie quesadilla is ready to be enjoyed!

Vegetarian quesadillas served on a white plate.

How to serve?

Serve vegetable quesadilla hot or warm with Guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, or yogurt on the side.

Or, just serve it with any dipping sauce of your choice.

How to store?

To store these veg quesadillas, allow them to reach room temperature then wrap them separately in cling wraps or any other food wrapper of choice.

Put them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Can quesadillas be frozen?

Yes, quesadillas can be frozen for up to 4 months.

To freeze, tightly wrap them separately in cling wraps. Then put all the wrapped quesadillas in a zip lock bag or freezer-safe containers.

Re-heating tips

To reheat quesadillas, heat a skillet. Brush it with a little oil or butter.

Remove the wrapper from the quesadilla and put it on the skillet. Toast from both sides for a few minutes or until it becomes crunchy again and is nicely reheated.

If reheating frozen quesadillas, thaw them before reheating.

Recipe tips and tricks

  • Feel free to add or skip vegetables as per your liking.
  • If you prefer spicier food, add some chopped jalapeno or chili flakes to the filing.
  • For protein, add cooked beans of choice.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. They should remain slightly crunchy.
  • You can also make mushroom quesadillas by skipping vegetables and using different types of mushrooms in the filling.
  • If you don't want to use oil, quesadillas can be dry toasted too. However, even a little oil makes them crispier.
  • For extra flavors, use ready-made seasonings of your choice like lime chipotle, chili garlic, etc to season the filling.

Frequently asked questions

Can quesadillas be made without cheese?

If you are a vegan or don't like cheese you can still make quesadillas without the cheese.

Vegan melting cheese can also be used.

How to make gluten-free quesadillas?

A lot of brands sell gluten-free tortillas these days. Use those tortillas to make gluten-free quesadillas.

Other vegan and vegetarian Mexican recipes

If you also love Mexican food and looking for some more vegan or vegetarian Mexican recipes to try at home then don't miss checking the following links:

  1. Guacamole
  2. Mexican style vegetable couscous
  3. Vegan Burritos with bean rice & mushrooms
  4. Kidney Bean Enchilada
  5. Mexican quinoa salad
  6. Mexican bean rice
Veg quesadillas kept on top of each other on a wooden board.

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Recipe

Veggie quesadillas on a white plate with herbs and limes in the background.

Vegetable Quesadilla

Veg quesadilla is a delicious vegetarian quesadilla loaded with crunchy vegetables and melting cheese. This easy vegetarian Mexican dish can be enjoyed as breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a snack.
4.91 from 20 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Vandana Chauhan

Equipment

  • 1 skillet
  • 1 Griddle/ pan

Ingredients

  • 3 tortillas
  • 1.5 cups sliced button mushrooms
  • 1 medium-sized red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium-sized green bell pepper chopped
  • Β½ cup sweet corn kernels fresh/ frozen
  • 1 medium-sized onion sliced
  • 2-3 garlic cloves minced, adjust to taste
  • Β½ cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • Β½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • Β½ teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Β½ tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Add onion and saute until it starts turning translucent.
  • Add mushrooms, bell peppers, and corn kernels. Cook for around 10-12 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked but still crunchy.
  • Add minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Saute for around 2 minutes.
  • Switch off the stove. Add roughly chopped cilantro and mix.
  • Heat a griddle or pan. Brush it with some olive oil. Place a tortilla on it.
  • Put some mushroom-vegetable filling on one side of the tortilla. Top it with some shredded cheese.
  • Pull the other side of the tortilla to cover the filling and slightly press with a spatula.
  • Toast the quesadilla from both sides until they turn brown and crunchy.
  • Take it out on a serving plate and cut it in half.

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Notes

  1. Feel free to add more vegetables to the filling.
  2. Don't overcook the vegetables, they should be slightly crunchy.
  3. You may add some chopped jalapenos or chili flakes to add heat to the quesadilla.
  4. More easy recipe tips and tricks are given within the post above, please follow them to make this recipe.
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Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 903IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Isabella

    January 15, 2023 at 3:36 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious recipe. We all enjoyed them. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      January 23, 2023 at 6:15 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Lathiya

    June 09, 2020 at 1:13 am

    5 stars
    The vegetable cheese quesadilla looks and sounds fabulous. I loved that you loaded with veggies. Kids will enjoy for sure.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 09, 2020 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks Lathiya πŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Seema Sriram

    June 06, 2020 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    Happy to see such beautiful images of veg quesadilia. My kids will surely love this recipe. plus it is easy for them to make it on thier own.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 07, 2020 at 6:36 am

      Thank you Seema.

      Reply
  4. Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey

    June 06, 2020 at 10:45 am

    We love Mexican in our family and quesadilla is often made various fillings, these vegetable ones just good as any other fillings. Lovely share.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 07, 2020 at 6:36 am

      Thanks Jagruti πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Sasmita

    June 06, 2020 at 10:31 am

    5 stars
    ahaaaaa !!! this is one of my fav Mexican dish !
    Love these kind of easy and quick recipes. The quesadillas look amazing and loaded with lots cheese.. simply yum !!!!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 07, 2020 at 6:36 am

      Thanks Sasmita πŸ™‚

      Reply
  6. Sapana

    June 06, 2020 at 2:30 am

    5 stars
    Vegetable quesadilla lols so delicious, love how versatile they are. So many options for the fillings.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 06, 2020 at 7:20 am

      Thanks Sapana.

      Reply
  7. Vanitha Bhat

    June 04, 2020 at 9:29 am

    5 stars
    My favorite Mexican dish besides chimichangas and tostadas! The quesadillas look amazing dear! These are always a boon when in a hurry andwe need something quick, delicious and cheesy!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 04, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      Thanks Vanitha.

      Reply
  8. Mayuri Patel

    June 03, 2020 at 11:07 pm

    5 stars
    I think we've all gone through the stage when leftover rotis became more delectable treat without knowing that the Mexicans had a name for it. Love the click of the cheesy quesadilla, makes it so tempting. We love to have it with salsa or guacamole.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 04, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      Thank you Mayuri πŸ™‚

      Reply
  9. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

    June 03, 2020 at 8:23 pm

    5 stars
    Quesadilla is one of my favorite to go recipes to make for lunch boxes. My boys love it and it is a great way to include lot of vegetables in their diet. Love the pictures!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 04, 2020 at 1:01 pm

      Thank you Sandhya.

      Reply
  10. Shailender Sharma

    June 03, 2020 at 2:40 pm

    5 stars
    Generally whenever I am left with few spoons of mozzarella, don't understand how to use but I loved the recipe and very helpful to accommodate 3 tbsps mozz. Just beautiful it is.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 03, 2020 at 3:33 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Lata Lala

    June 03, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    5 stars
    Mexican Veg Quesadilla recipe
    looks delicious Vandana. With goodness of veges and cheese, plus ease to make on griddle makes it more appealing.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 03, 2020 at 3:43 pm

      Thanks Lata πŸ™‚

      Reply
  12. Madi Rowan

    December 02, 2019 at 2:58 am

    5 stars
    OMG yum! Love a good quesadilla! I'll definitely be making this, except with vegan cheese! πŸ™‚

    -Madi xo | https://.everydaywithmadirae.com

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      December 03, 2019 at 8:34 am

      Thanks, Madi πŸ™‚

      Reply
  13. Lesley (makemeupblogs)

    December 01, 2019 at 4:12 am

    This looks so yummy, I'll definitely have to try this recipe out!

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      December 01, 2019 at 6:01 am

      Thank you, Lesley.

      Reply
  14. Jen @ Jenron Designs

    November 30, 2019 at 10:51 pm

    5 stars
    Yum a nice way to break up the holiday menus items

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      December 01, 2019 at 6:02 am

      Thanks Jen.

      Reply
  15. Sarah

    November 30, 2019 at 10:03 pm

    This quesadilla looks absolutely delicious.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      December 01, 2019 at 6:03 am

      Thank you so much Sarah.

      Reply
  16. Sarah

    November 30, 2019 at 6:39 pm

    What a thorough recipe for vegetable quesadillas! This is perfect for me right now since I'm looking to add more easy, vegetarian recipes to my dinner rotation. Yum!

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      December 01, 2019 at 6:03 am

      Thanks a lot Sarah πŸ™‚

      Reply
  17. Stephanie

    November 30, 2019 at 1:22 am

    This sounds so delicious! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I'll need to add this to my recipe book. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      November 30, 2019 at 10:23 am

      Thanks a lot, Stephanie :).

      Reply
      • Shriya Achari

        December 01, 2019 at 12:55 pm

        4 stars
        That's a good recipe though... I never knew that there are food bloggers too!!!

        Reply
        • Greenbowl2soul

          December 12, 2019 at 7:06 pm

          Thanks Shriya πŸ™‚

          Reply

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