GREEK-STYLE QUESADILLAS

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Categories     Cheese     Olive     Vegetable     Appetizer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 large garlic cloves (unpeeled)
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, very thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons chopped black olives
3 tablespoons chopped green olives
4 6-inch-diameter pita bread rounds, cut horizontally in half
8 tablespoons grated Monterey Jack
8 tablespoons grated cheddar
Butter, room temperature
Red bell pepper strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place garlic in small baking dish. Top with 2 tablespoons oil. Bake until tender, about 25 minutes. Cool.
  • Combine cucumber, onion, vinegar, sesame seeds, oregano and 3 tablespoons oil in medium bowl. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Peel and chop garlic. Place in small bowl. Mix in cream cheese and all olives.
  • Drain cucumber salad. Spread 1/4 of cream cheese mixture on cut side of each of 4 pita halves. Spoon 1/2 cup salad over each. Sprinkle both cheeses atop salad. Cover with remaining 4 pita halves.
  • Heat medium skillet over medium heat. Butter sides of each pita. Working in batches, cook quesadillas in skillet until cheese melts, about 3 minutes per side. Garnish with peppers. Cut into wedges.

Julian Jansen
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These quesadillas are so easy to make and they're always a hit. I love that I can customize them with my favorite ingredients.


Lubega Sowedi
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I made these quesadillas for my family and they loved them! They're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sawkat Hossain
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I've never had Greek quesadillas before, but I'm definitely a fan now. These quesadillas are so unique and flavorful.


Aiyana Eschief
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These quesadillas were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll use less oil next time.


Dillon Wooding
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but these quesadillas were surprisingly good. The flavors were really well-balanced.


Ju Nin
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These quesadillas are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold.


Alamin Sikder
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a healthy and delicious quesadilla recipe for ages.


Yarha Naz
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I love that these quesadillas are so healthy. They're packed with protein and fiber.


shoqatali ali
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These quesadillas are so versatile. I've made them with chicken, steak, and even tofu. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


My account
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I followed the recipe exactly and my quesadillas turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the quesadillas were cooked perfectly.


Areb Mohamed
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These quesadillas were a little too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Riya Chand
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I'm always looking for new and exciting quesadilla recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors is amazing.


Aileen Moura
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These quesadillas are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. They're also great for meal prepping.


Ibrahim Maher
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I was looking for a new quesadilla recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. The Greek flavors are so unique and delicious.


Tahir Tanoli
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I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak.


Md Sohal
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These quesadillas are the perfect lunch or dinner option. They're healthy and filling, and the flavors are incredible.


Uzair Shah
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These quesadillas were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I used a whole wheat tortilla and added some extra spinach and feta cheese. Highly recommend!


Farha gaming
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Just made these quesadillas and they were a hit! The flavors of the Greek yogurt, spinach, and feta cheese were a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making these again.