Superfood Veggie Quesadilla

Here at A Couple Cooks, we try to avoid the “sneaking veggies” into food philosophy and go the other way: loading them in! And this loaded veggie quesadilla recipe is here to prove it. We designed it as a lunch or healthy dinner idea for kids. But honestly: it’s one of my favorite things we’ve made lately! So let’s just say it extends to all people, no matter your age. It’s full of sweet potato, black beans, spinach, cumin, and garlic, and features a new natural American Colby cheese variety that’s just come on the market. Put it over the top and make our Homemade Spinach Tortillas to up your veggie quotient even more! This quesadilla also works for packing in a healthy kids lunch. Keep reading for the recipe and a bit more about the cheese.

How to make a veggie quesadilla

OK, so maybe you’re thinking why does anyone need a quesadilla recipe? A quesadilla is as simple as putting two tortillas together and adding cheese! We do agree with you there. On the flip side, we eat a lot of those throw-together quesadillas, and there’s not a lot of nuance in flavor. They satisfy, but lack depth. Now I am not exaggerating when I say that this veggie quesadilla recipe is one of the best quesadillas I’ve had! The reason is that it’s flavored very intentionally, and each component adds something special. Here are all the secrets to this loaded veggie quesadilla recipe:

Cheese: If you’re going to make a standout veggie quesadilla, it’s got to have high quality cheese. We used an American style Colby, but you can also use mild cheddar, Mexican blend, etc. Sweet Potato: Sweet potato is our new trick to making a supremely delicious veggie quesadilla. Why? Not only does it add a lightly sweet flavor, it makes the entire quesadilla fluffy and gooey without the need of additional cheese. Plus, it’s packed with nutrients.Black Beans: No real secrets here, but who doesn’t love the perfect combination of sweet potato and black beans?Spinach: Greens are nutrient-dense and undeniably one of the best things for you. This recipe doubles up on spinach, using sautéed spinach in the veggie filling and then spinach in the tortillas themselves! If you have time, making our Homemade Spinach Tortillas is a fun project–especially with kids.

We’d recommend making this veggie quesadilla once and measuring all the quantities so you see the general idea. Then later you can get away without measuring and adding in your own veggie substitutes!

Looking for more healthy dinner ideas for kids?

This veggie quesadilla recipe is great for healthy dinner ideas for kids (and adults, honestly). It went over very well in our house! If you’re looking for more healthy dinner ideas for kids, see these recipes:

Mexican Pinwheels (vegan and gluten free variations)Vegetable Hummus Tortilla Rollups (vegan)Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup with Stars (vegan, gluten free)Bliss Bites (vegan, gluten free)Loaded Quinoa Tacos (vegan, gluten free)