Cheddar and Greens Quesadillas

Servings: 4 (1 quesadilla each)

Diet: Vegetarian

Per Serving: 3260 Calories | 24g Carbs | 4g Sugar | 1g Fiber | 14g Fat (6g Sat Fat) | 10g Protein | 360mg Sodium

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons oil, divided
• 1 bunch kale, ribs removed, chopped
• ½ cup canned diced tomatoes, no salt added, juice reserved
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 4 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas
• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the kale, tomatoes, chili powder and a little juice from the canned tomatoes. Cover with a lid and cook 10 minutes until the greens are tender, adding more reserved juice as needed. Transfer greens to a bowl and wipe out the pan.
2. Place 1/4 of mixture on one half of a tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, fold in half and press down. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
3. Heat remaining oil over medium heat. Cook quesadillas 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.

Nutrition Boost: Add your favorite cooked veggie for extra fiber.

Ingredient Swap: Instead of kale, use any type of fresh, canned (drained) or frozen greens.

Did you know? Kale has more calcium than milk.

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