Best 5 Topless Crispy Quesadilla With Cilantro Pesto And Mango Mojo On A Bed Of Greens Recipes

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Savor the tantalizing flavors of a topless crispy quesadilla nestled amidst a bed of vibrant greens, topped with a tantalizing cilantro pesto and a burst of tropical sweetness from mango mojo. Embark on a culinary journey that combines the zestiness of fresh cilantro, the creaminess of avocado, the juicy sweetness of mango, and the delightful crunch of crispy tortilla, all coming together in perfect harmony. Prepare to indulge your senses in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

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TYLER'S 1000 LAYER QUESADILLAS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 quesadillas, 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pork tenderloin
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
4 ears corn, husked
12 10-inch corn tortillas
2 cups crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapenos
4 tablespoons canola oil
Sour cream, to garnish
Salsa, for garnish
Guacamole, for garnish
Cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan. Season the pork loin with salt and pepper. In a small bowl combine the brown sugar, chili powder, garlic, oregano, onion powder, lime juice and canola oil and mix to form a paste. Rub the paste all over the pork. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Place the onion and the corn on the grill and grill until tender and slightly charred. Remove and set aside. With a knife, remove the kernels from the corn. Remove the pork from the refrigerator and place on the grill. Grill to medium, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and slice into thin slices. Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel or clean cloth and place in the microwave for 20 seconds to soften. Place 4 corn tortillas on a flat surface. Place 1/8th of the cheese on each tortilla and top with 1/8th of the pork, onions, corn, and jalapenos. Top with another tortilla and another 1/8th of the cheese, pork, onions, corn, and jalapenos. Top with another tortillas and press down firmly with your hands on each stack. Brush the tops of each stack with some of the canola oil and place on a baking sheet. Place in the oven and cook for 10 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the tortillas are golden brown. Remove from the oven and garnish with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and cilantro.

VEGGIE QUESADILLAS WITH CILANTRO SOUR CREAM



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Make and share this Veggie Quesadillas With Cilantro Sour Cream recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ngdarlen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 red bell pepper
1 medium onion
1/4 lb fresh mushrooms (about 10-12 'shrooms)
2 cloves minced garlic
1 cup fresh spinach
1 (8 ounce) package monterey jack cheese, shredded
salt
pepper
red pepper flakes
olive oil
2 -4 large flour tortillas (I used the jalapeno-tomatoe flavored)
sour cream with cilantro
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon curry curry powder

Steps:

  • Chop cilantro and add to sour cream,along with curry, mix well.
  • Roughly chop the bell pepper and onion and place in a large non-stick saute pan (I use my iron-skillet) that has been drizzled with 2-3 Tablespoons of olive oil,add the garlic and seasonings and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes,or until the veggies are crisp tender,tossing to coat.
  • Slice mushrooms and gently tear the spinach and add to saute pan.
  • Add more olive oil if needed and gently saute the vegetables until the spinach is nicely wilted,about 5 minutes.
  • Remove vegetables from skillet and place in bowl.
  • In same skillet that has been wiped clean with a napkin,add 2 Tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Place one tortilla in skillet and add a generous amount of cheese (first),veggies,then cheese,to one half side of tortilla,like an omelet.
  • Fold the empty side over the other side of tortilla and cook until cheese melts and the tortilla is nicely browned.
  • Due to the fact that mine is stuffed with veggies and cheese I will flip it over once to ensure even melting and browning.
  • Transfer to a plate and slice into wedges.
  • Serve with Cilantro sour cream or your choice of additions (guacamole,salsa,ect--) This recipe will make 2 generously stuffed large tortilla quesadillas or 4 small.

MANGO QUESADILLAS



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The flavor and texture of mango goes well with black beans and Cheddar cheese in this easy main dish. The recipe uses vegetarian chicken substitute, but real chicken would work just as well.

Provided by MOTTSBELA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch dried basil
1 mango - peeled, seeded and diced
1 (6 ounce) package seasoned chicken-style vegetarian strips (such as Lightlife Smart Strips®)
6 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup arugula leaves
1 (4 ounce) jar jalapeno pepper rings
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa

Steps:

  • Place the beans in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook 5 minutes. Partially mash with a potato masher or large spoon. Reduce heat to low, and keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and red bell pepper. Season with chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Mix in mango and vegetarian chicken strips, and continue cooking about 2 minutes, until vegetarian chicken is heated through.
  • In a separate skillet over medium heat, place the tortillas one at a time until soft and warm, about 2 minutes per side. Spread warm tortillas with equal amounts of the the black beans, mango mixture, Cheddar cheese, arugula, and jalapenos. Fold tortillas over the filling and top with salsa to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1421.2 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

CRISPY-EDGED QUESADILLA



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This straightforward quesadilla has an unexpected twist: a border of salty, crispy cheese surrounding the tortilla. Achieving it couldn't be easier; just press down on the folded tortilla as it heats up in the pan so the cheese spills out and turns golden. A nonstick pan is key here, otherwise the melted cheese will glue itself onto the cooking surface. Medium heat is just the right temperature for a quesadilla: It's hot enough to crisp up the cheese but low enough to prevent the cheese from burning.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, finger foods, appetizer, main course

Time 10m

Yield 1 quesadilla

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 teaspoons oil (such as olive, grapeseed or sunflower oil)
1 (8-inch) flour tortilla
2/3 cup shredded cheese (such as Cheddar, Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend)

Steps:

  • Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, then add the oil. Let oil heat up for 20 seconds, swirling the pan around so the oil coats the bottom.
  • Place the tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top. Once the cheese begins to melt, 30 seconds to 1 minute, use a spatula to fold the tortilla in half. Using the spatula, press down firmly on the top of the tortilla until some of the cheese runs out into the pan. Let the quesadilla cook until the cheese that's leaked out solidifies and turns brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Flip the quesadilla over and let cook on the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the cheese is crisp and golden. Slide quesadilla onto a plate and serve immediately.

SHRIMP AND CILANTRO PESTO QUESADILLA



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These are fantastic. The oven baking method produces a quesadilla that is uncommonly crisp and light, but they work just as well on a grill. They're a cinch to assemble ahead of time, which makes them perfect for entertaining. Cut into eighths for ideal hors d'oeuvres or into quarters for a light lunch. Delicious!

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 27m

Yield 1 quesadilla

Number Of Ingredients 16

three 6-inch flour tortillas
1 cup grated monterey jack cheese
1 cup grated white cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons cilantro pesto sauce (see below)
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
4 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons sour cream
1 cup cilantro leaf
2 teaspoons pumpkin seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Make the cilantro pesto: in a food processor, blend all of the ingredients except for the olive oil. While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil. Cover the pesto and refrigerate. (Will keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days)Preheat oven to 450*F.
  • Place two tortillas on an undgreased baking sheet.
  • Sprread each with 2 TBS of the pesto and sprinkle with the cheeses. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stack one tortilla on top of the other and cover with the remaining tortilla. Brush the top with 1 TBs of olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the ancho powder.
  • Bake until the tortillas are slightly crisp and the cheese has melted, 8 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 TBs of olive oil. Season the shrimp and saute for 2 1/2 minutes on each side.
  • Cut the quesadillas into quarters. Garnish with the remaining tablespoon of pesto, the shrimp and the sour cream and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1893.3, Fat 178.7, SaturatedFat 64.9, Cholesterol 289.9, Sodium 1579.3, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 69.4

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh ingredients whenever possible.
  • Be sure to preheat your oven or skillet before cooking the quesadillas.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the quesadillas. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the mango for the mojo.
  • If you don't have cilantro pesto on hand, you can use store-bought pesto or make your own using this recipe.
  • Serve the quesadillas immediately with the mango mojo and your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

This topless crispy quesadilla with cilantro pesto and mango mojo is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The quesadillas are crispy on the outside and filled with a flavorful mixture of cheese, vegetables, and meat. The cilantro pesto and mango mojo add an extra layer of flavor and make this dish truly special. Whether you are serving them for a party or a weeknight dinner, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit.

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