1.13.10 Mushroom & Swiss Chard Quesadillas
This is so simple, that I hesitated even sharing it here. But then I remembered a recent conversation with my friend Kelly about making quick, healthy meals. Kelly has just started her new career as a stay-at-home mom (congrats Kelly!) to two young boys, and one of her goals is to learn how to cook. I admire her efforts, as I imagine her days will be very busy! I often plan two or three meals each week that are I guess you would say are no-brainers. No recipe, no cookbook—just tired ol’ me, a few simple ingredients, and a goal of eating within a half hour. Let’s call it 30-Minute Meals-a-la Erin. Except I promise not to say yum-o.
Swiss chard is often overlooked for its flashier cousin spinach, but it is full of vitamins and I beg you to give it a try. I really enjoyed the flavors here, they all mellowed together into something quite nice, however the best thing about something like this is that it can be made to order. No mushrooms for picky eater no. 1, omit the habanero for your heat-sensitive other half or sneak a few extra vegis onto your more adventurous eater’s plate. There is something gratifying about spending hours in the kitchen preparing a meal that will be talked about for weeks. But on most days, dinner doesn’t have to take hours to be satisfying and healthy.
Mushroom & Swiss Chard Quesadillas
makes 4
3 c sliced mushrooms
1 large bunch swiss chard, chopped, tough stems discarded
1 habanero or jalapeno, chopped
4 scallions, chopped
1 small handful cilantro leaves, chopped
1/2 t salt
eight 8” tortillas
2 c shredded cheddar, cheese
Preheat oven to 400F. In a large sauté pan, add the mushrooms, swiss chard and habanero, over medium-high heat. Cook 3-5 minutes, until mushrooms begin to give off their juice. Stir in scallions, cilantro and salt. Allow to cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes.
Arrange tortillas on two baking sheets. Divide cheese among each tortilla. Transfer to oven, and bake 2-3 minutes, until cheese begins to melt. Carefully remove from oven, and divide mushroom mixture among four tortillas. Top with the remaining four tortillas, and return to oven. Bake 4-5 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown. Enjoy topped with salsa and sour cream.
Reader Comments (22)
I love easy meals and this is wonderful! Looks sooo yummie. COngratz to your lovely friend Kelly! Have a lovely merry happy day and love to you!
this looks so tasty and easy, as usual love your recipes.
This would be great for lunch. Pre-made-take-to-work lunch. Just warmed a little if the facilities allow. Very appetizing, indeed.
I always forget that quesadillas are so versatile. I would like this so much better than a cheese bomb. I made grilled veggie ones last summer and just haven't thought of using other veg combinations. Thanks for the reminder!
these look so delicious! thanks for sharing...seems so easy!
Way to make me sad that I only have one tortilla left! Wahhh!
fantastic use of swiss chard - and look, i already have it on my grocery list. looking forward to this one!
quick and easy is good - and chard is more robust than spinach - I have tried quesadillas on a griddle pan and under the grill (broiler) but would like to try them in the oven
i love your new site. these look amazing... and so easy.
I bumped into your blog and I loved it... You have mouthwatering recpes and beautiful photos:) Would be visiting you often:)
My mouth is watering... delicious flavor pairing...mmm... Happy Weekend, Erin! :o)
ERIN! your new site is beauuuuutiful -- the pictures of these quesadillas are excellent I am salivating as we speak. I love that these are vegetarian too I will definitely be making these for me and my honey, thanks for sharing!!!!
This looks just delicious. I love the simple combination and the fact that it's healthy!
I love Swiss Chard and this sounds so good! You always have the best recipes and fantastic photos!
I can't wait to try these! I think I'll try subbing some mashed avocado for the cheese- hope they stay together!
mmmmm i love swiss chard.
also loving your new website layout :)
You just had to post this didn't you? Now I am not going to be able to get swiss chard off my mind until I get some. Looks great!
Exactly the kind of recipe I've been looking for! SO glad you posted it. Love the easy :)
Great quesadillas...cheese and Swiss chard...looks delicious and healthy. Great pictures!
I made these the other night. Grocery store was out of swiss chard, so I subbed spinach & used mozz cheese instead (because I had it on hand). Delicious! Thanks for the recipe, sometimes simple recipes are just what I need to get out of the same-old, same-old rut :)
Yum I love quesadillas. Haven't made them in so long. I still haven't tried chard, let alone the beautiful rainbow chard you used!
I made this for dinner last night, and posted it on my blog! LOVE this recipe. Thank you so much for posting it!