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Best Easy Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza Recipe

Name: Best Easy Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza Recipe
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 145 g
Ingredients: Corn tortillas 8 pieces; Oaxaca cheese 6 oz; Squash blossoms 2 cups; White onion 0.5 cup; Fresh epazote leaves 0.25 cup; Olive oil 2 tbsp; Salt 0.5 tsp; Black pepper 0.25 tsp

Corn tortillas filled with squash blossoms and melting Oaxaca cheese, griddled to perfection. This vegetarian delicacy showcases fresh, seasonal Mexican ingredients in a family-friendly format.

Cook 25 min Difficulty EASY 310 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

Corn tortillas 8 pieces
Oaxaca cheese 6 oz
Squash blossoms 2 cups
White onion 0.5 cup
Fresh epazote leaves 0.25 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

Olive oil 2 tbsp
Salt 0.5 tsp
Black pepper 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 32 g 41%

Protein 13 g 17%

Fat 15 g 42%

Serving size 145g

Cooking steps

1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
2

Add the squash blossoms and fresh epazote leaves to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3

Lay out the corn tortillas and evenly divide the Oaxaca cheese on one side of each tortilla, leaving a small border.
4

Spoon the squash blossom filling over the cheese. Fold each tortilla in half to enclose the filling and press gently.
5

Brush a large nonstick skillet or griddle with remaining olive oil. Preheat over medium heat and cook quesadillas for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
6

Serve immediately while hot with your choice of salsa or fresh lime wedges.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The core ingredient is squash blossoms, supported by creamy Oaxaca cheese and corn tortillas. Squash blossoms define the seasonal flavor, while Oaxaca cheese provides the classic melt and stretch unique to traditional quesadillas de flor de calabaza.

Q. What is the best way to achieve melty, not greasy cheese in these quesadillas?

For perfectly melty cheese without excess grease, use medium heat and avoid overloading each tortilla with cheese. Press gently while griddling and cook just until the cheese softens and stretches, about 2–3 minutes per side.

Q. How do I prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy or tearing?

Make sure your squash blossom mixture is just wilted and not watery. Let it cool slightly before assembling. Pre-heated tortillas and medium heat griddling with a touch of oil create crisp edges and help keep the structure intact.

Q. How many calories are in each serving and what is the protein-to-carb ratio?

Each serving contains about 310 kcal, with 32g carbohydrates and 13g protein per serving. Carbs account for 41% and protein for 17% of total calories, making this dish moderate in both protein and carbohydrates.

Best Easy Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza Recipe

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