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Grilled Vegan Quesadillas with Asparagus and Basil – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Grilled Vegan Quesadillas with Asparagus and Basil

Say hello to your new favorite weeknight dinner! These grilled vegan quesadillas are bursting with the fresh, vibrant flavors of summer. Crisp asparagus, juicy roma tomatoes, and fragrant basil are tucked into a warm tortilla with gooey, melted vegan mozzarella.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 289
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large flour tortillas, 9 to 10-inch or 23 to 25 cm
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 15 ml (0.5 fl oz)
  • 2 large roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces fresh thin asparagus, 225 g (7.9 oz), trimmed and cut into 1-inch or 2.5 cm pieces
  • 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil, 15 g (0.53 oz)
  • 1 1/2 cups (480 ml) shredded vegan mozzarella, 6 ounces or 170 g (6 oz)
  • Fruit salsa or marinara sauce, for serving, optional
  • For the best melt, use a high-quality vegan mozzarella brand specifically designed for melting. Some brands stretch and brown better than others.
  • No grill? Cook these quesadillas in a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and the cheese is melted.
  • Feel free to add other veggies like thinly sliced bell peppers, zucchini, or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrients.

Method
 

  1. Brush 1 side of each tortilla with oil.
  2. Place tortillas, oiled sides down, on a baking sheet.
  3. Top half of each tortilla with tomatoes, asparagus, and basil; sprinkle with vegan mozzarella.
  4. Fold tortillas in half over the filling, pressing lightly.
  5. For a charcoal or gas grill, preheat to medium heat.
  6. Grill the quesadillas on the rack of an uncovered grill for about 2 minutes, or until the vegan cheese starts to melt and the tortillas begin to brown, turning once halfway through.
  7. To serve, cut the quesadillas into wedges. If desired, serve with fruit salsa or marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 15gFat: 14g

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