Kale and Onion Quesadilla

Snap Fitness

Add some greens to the classic quesadilla! This vegetarian meal is packed with protein and comes together in just a few minutes; it’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

 

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

5 oz kale (about 6 cups chopped kale)

4 whole grain or sprouted tortillas

2 cups shredded cheese

Optional toppings: light sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro

 

 

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pan.
  2. Add onion and sauté for about three minutes.
  3. Add kale and stir occasionally. Cook for another three to four minutes until kale is wilted.
  4. Transfer to bowl and set aside.
  5. Wipe out pan and heat over medium-low heat.
  6. Add tortilla to pan and sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Add about 1/4 of the kale mixture to one side.
  7. Fold quesadilla in half and cook for about two minutes per side, until cheese is melted.
  8. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and chopped cilantro if desired.

 

 

Nutrition:

Servings: 4 servings

Calories per serving (without toppings): 411

Fat: 25g

Carbohydrates: 30g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 2g

Protein: 20g