Crispy Mushroom Cheese Quesadillas
Golden and crisp, these Crispy Mushroom Cheese Quesadillas combine sautéed mushrooms, melted cheese, and herbs layered between warm tortillas—an effortless meal that’s rich, savory, and ready in just minutes.
5 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb mushrooms cremini, button, or wild varieties, thickly sliced
- 1 clove garlic finely chopped
- ½ bunch scallions thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 1½ cups approx. 6 oz grated cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- Small handful fresh cilantro leaves
- 10 6-inch corn tortillas
To Serve:
- Salsa
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Cook the mushrooms:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high until shimmering. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until they begin to release moisture and turn lightly browned.
- Add the garlic and scallions, then continue cooking for 2–4 minutes until fragrant and softened. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and set aside.
Assemble the quesadillas:
- Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium heat. Place one tortilla in the pan and sprinkle with approximately 2 tablespoons of cheese. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the mushroom mixture over the cheese, followed by a few cilantro leaves, and top with an additional 2 tablespoons of cheese.
- Place a second tortilla on top and press gently to flatten slightly.
Cook until golden and crisp:
- Cook the quesadilla for 1–2 minutes on one side, or until the bottom turns lightly golden and the cheese begins to melt. Using a large spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until crisp and evenly browned.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and mushroom filling. If desired, keep the finished quesadillas warm in a 300°F (150°C) oven while cooking the rest.
Serve:
- Cut each quesadilla into quarters and serve immediately with salsa and jalapeño slices.
Notes
To make this recipe fully gluten-free, ensure that the tortillas used are certified gluten-free corn tortillas. Double-check all other ingredients, particularly sauces and cheeses, for hidden gluten-containing additives or thickeners.