Mango Fiesta Quesadillas

Pepper and Mango Quesadillas

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2

Description

These Pepper and Mango Quesadillas are a delightful combination of sweet mangoes, savory peppers, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or light dinner, they offer a burst of tropical flavors with a hint of spice. Customize the heat level with your choice of chili peppers and enjoy these quesadillas on colored tortillas for an extra pop of flavor!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced
• 2 plum tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 mango, peeled and diced
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
• 2 large flour tortillas

Instructions

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced tomatoes and sauté for 2 minutes until slightly softened.

2. Add diced bell peppers, onions, chili powder, and dried oregano to the skillet. Sauté for another 2 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.

3. Stir in diced mango, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.

5. To assemble the quesadillas, spread half of the filling mixture evenly over one tortilla. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese blend over the filling. Place the second tortilla on top.

6. Carefully transfer the assembled quesadilla onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla edges are lightly browned.

7. Alternatively, you can cook the quesadilla in a nonstick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown.

8. Once cooked, remove the quesadilla from the oven or skillet and let it cool slightly. Cut into wedges and garnish with additional chopped cilantro.

9. Serve the Pepper and Mango Quesadillas warm, optionally accompanied by sour cream on the side.

Enjoy these quick, healthy, and delicious quesadillas that perfectly balance sweet mangoes with savory peppers and melted cheese—a delightful treat for any occasion!