Stacked Veggie Quesadilla
Stacked Veggie Quesadilla is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat broiler.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat broiler.
Put tortillas in single layer on baking sheet.
Brush with oil.
Broil until toasted, about 3 minutes.
Turn; set aside.
Place squash in microwave-safe bowl.
Sprinkle water over, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave until just tender, about 3 minutes; drain.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion and sauté until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
Add squash; stir 1 minute.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Spread out squash in even layer over 1 tortilla.
Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet.
Add beans, 1/4 cup salsa, garlic, and chili powder.
Using potato masher, crush until beans are coarsely mashed; season with salt and pepper.
Stir in 1/4 cup salsa.
Spread over second tortilla.
Sprinkle cheese over third tortilla.
Leave fourth tortilla plain.
Broil tortillas until cheese melts and vegetables are browned in spots, about 3 minutes, watching to prevent burning.
Transfer black bean tortilla to plate; sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped cilantro over.
Top with cheese tortilla, squash tortilla, then plain tortilla.
Cut into 4 wedges.
Garnish with sour cream, salsa, and cilantro sprigs.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.