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Parchment paper or foil (optional for easy cleanup)

This easy-to-make, flavorful quesadilla combines goat cheese, colby jack, and sautéed red onions for a vegetarian treat that will leave your taste buds dancing. It’s perfect for a quick meal or as part of a larger spread!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegetarian
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste
  • 6 flour tortillas
  • 3/6 cup grated colby jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Salsa for garnish

Equipment

  • Knife (for slicing the onion)
  • Medium-sized frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Mixing spoon
  • Plate for serving
  • Parchment paper or foil (optional for easy cleanup)

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Onions: In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook until translucent and soft. Season with fresh ground pepper. Set aside.
  2. Assemble the Quesadilla: Take a tortilla and sprinkle half of it with grated colby jack cheese. Add crumbled goat cheese on top, followed by a layer of sautéed onions.
  3. Cook the Quesadilla: Heat a medium pan with olive oil over medium heat. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until browned on one side. Flip and cook the other side until golden and crispy.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, transfer the quesadilla to a plate, sprinkle with extra colby jack cheese, and cut into quarters. Top with sour cream and garnish with salsa and additional onions for a flavorful finish.
  5. Enjoy: Serve your quesadilla warm and enjoy the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and savory goodness.