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sweet potato quesadillas with melted cheese on a grill

Sweet potato quesadillas

Crispy tortillas filled with sweet potatoes and melted cheese.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:20 minutes
Total time 35 minutes
estimated costs pp $2.50 per serving
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Equipment

  • Barbecue
  • Knife
  • pan

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 4 tortillas
  • 150 g cheese
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  • Peel and dice the sweet potatoes.
  • Cook or roast until soft.
  • Chop onion and sauté until soft.
  • Mix sweet potatoes with onion and seasoning.
  • Place filling on half of each tortilla.
  • Add cheese on top.
  • Fold tortillas over.
  • Cook on barbecue or pan until golden.
  • Turn and cook other side.
  • Serve warm.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Cook the sweet potatoes until fully soft to ensure a smooth filling.

Variations

Add black beans for extra protein.
Include chili flakes for a spicy version.
Use different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella.

Wine Advice

A fresh Chardonnay pairs well with the sweet and savory balance of this dish.

Nutrition values

Calories: 480 kcal | Carbohydrates: 52 g | Protein: 14 g | Fat: 22 g | Saturated Fat: 9 g | Sodium: 540 mg | Sugar: 8 g
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Course; Barbecue / Main Course
Cuisine; Central America / Mexican
Season: All Seasons
Diets; Vegetarian
Holliday: Summerpartys