Pumpkin Quesadillas
Delight in these savory pumpkin quesadillas, combining creamy pumpkin puree with melted cheese and warm spices for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly brush one side of a tortilla with olive oil.
- Place the tortilla oil-side down in the skillet.
- Spread a generous layer of the pumpkin mixture over half of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top of the pumpkin layer.
- Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling and press gently.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and cheese begins to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, and cut into wedges.
- Repeat steps for remaining tortillas and filling.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with a side of salsa or sour cream.