Quesadillas are instantly satisfying and fulfilling. Make them for a quick Saturday lunch to have a change from regular sandwiches. As you all know, it is a great Mexican dish that is low in fat. Homemade guacamole and salsa is also very tasty and fun to make and eat!
Preparation Time: 25 Minutes
Recipe Type: Vegan, Mexican, Appetizer/Snack
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients for Homemade Salsa:
| 4 | Medium | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Medium | Onion |
| 4 | Tsp | Salsa, store-bought |
| 2 | Cloves | Garlic, fresh |
| 1 | Tsp | Ginger Paste |
| 1 | Green Salerno Pepper | |
| 1 | Bunch | Cilantro, washed & cut |
| Salt to taste | ||
| 1 | Can | Tomato Sauce |
Directions for Salsa:
- Use a chopper or Cuisinart to chop all of the ingredients. It should not be totally liquid. You should still see some pieces.
- Make this salsa ahead of time. Refrigerate to mellow the taste.
Tips:
- Mangoes and/or ripe papaya may be added to enhance the flavor.
- More Green Chilies may also be added.
Ingredients for the Guacamole:
| 2-3 | Avocadoes, ripe, peeled and smashed | |
| 1 | TBsp | Fresh Lemon Juice |
| Fresh garlic, crushed | ||
| Cilantro, chopped | ||
| Onions, chopped | ||
| Tomatoes |
Directions for Guacamole:
- Mix together and serve.
Tips for Guacamole:
- I try to leave one avocado seed in the guacamole.
- Guacamole Ready Mix package also works well.
Ingredients for Quesadillas:
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Directions for Quesadillas:
- In a skillet on medium heat, lay one tortilla and layer all of the ingredients on top.
- Now cover with another tortilla.
- Heat for 4-5 minutes on medium heat.
- Check that the cheese has melted.
- Cut into pieces and serve with homemade salsa and guacamole.
- Garnish with lettuce and sour cream.
Tips for Quesadillas:
- There are different varieties of tortillas available in the market.
- Here I have used one package of cilantro jalapeño tortillas.
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