| Print ThisServings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 Tortillas (I like to use whole wheat or spelt tortillas)
- 1 Large Tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese, grated
- 4-6 Fresh Basil Leaves, julienned
Caprese Quesadillas
By simply substituting tortillas for the bread and adding a little heat to melt the cheese, you’ve got the great taste of caprese in an easy-to-hold, kid-friendly format. It’s a blend of two great cuisines that come together beautifully.
Submitted by:
Catherine McCord Catherine McCord is a chef and founder of weelicious.com, an interactive website to inspires parents to cook fast, fresh and easy recipes for their families and also involve their kids in the cooking process so they learn how to treat their bodies well from day one!
Make It:
1. Place one tortilla in a dry pan over medium heat. (I use a cast iron skillet.)
2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheese over tortilla and place 4 or 5 tomato slices over cheese.
3. Sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese over tomato slices followed by half of the basil leaves.
4. Top with another tortilla and heat through, about 3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted and tortilla is slightly toasted.
5. Repeat for the second quesadilla.
6. Cut into wedges and serve.
Clean It:
According to the website, What’s On My Food, the USDA Pesticide Data Program has found the residue of 35 pesticides on conventionally grown tomatoes. Opt for organic to reduce your exposure.
Green It:
Grow your own basil – whether you have a garden or not. Herbs are easy-peasy to grow in pots on a deck or even a sunny windowsill.
Make It Fun:
Let your kids help out by cutting the finished quesadillas with a pizza cutter. Encourage them to use their imagination and think outside the wedge!
Image courtesy of Art Vision / CC BY-SA 2.0
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