Zesty Corn Quesadillas

Add a vibrant burst of flavor to your mealtime with these Zesty Corn Quesadillas—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer! Packed with sweet corn, crisp red bell peppers, zesty cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño, these quesadillas are elevated by a blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for the ultimate gooey, cheesy delight. A hint of lime juice and a dash of chili powder and cumin bring a tangy, smoky depth that will leave your taste buds dancing. These golden, crispy quesadillas come together in just 25 minutes, making them an irresistible option for busy days. Serve them hot with a side of sour cream and salsa for dipping, and watch as everyone reaches for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
• 0.5 cups Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 Lime, juiced
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 Large flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0 Sour cream (for serving, optional)
• 0 Salsa (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to the mixture. Stir until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese together. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Melt about 1/2 tablespoon of butter in the skillet.

Step 5

Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 of the mixed cheeses evenly over half of the tortilla.

Step 6

Spread 1/4 of the corn mixture over the cheese. Fold the tortilla over to form a half-moon shape and gently press down with a spatula.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.

Step 8

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and corn mixture, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 9

Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	977.4 grams (977.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1863

Total Fat 100.70g	129%
Saturated Fat 54.60g	273%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 252mg	84%
Sodium 3949mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 184.50g	67%
Dietary Fiber 17.20g	61%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 72.00g	144%

Vitamin D 17IU	83%
Calcium 1545mg	119%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1590mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 38.2%