These Mediterranean Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas have a sweet and tarty texture. We prepare these quesadillas with tortillas, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, strawberries, honey, lemon, walnuts, mint, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. These quesadillas have approximately 320 calories and 37 g of net carbs. We make them in about 18 minutes. These Mediterranean Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas are ideal for breakfast, brunch, dessert, family gatherings, holidays, sweet cravings, afternoon snacks, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can prepare the filling earlier and refrigerate it for two days. Freezing is not suggested, as the strawberries and yogurt can become watery. You can serve these quesadillas with Greek Yogurt, Fresh Berry Salad, Lemon-Mint Fruit Salad, Fresh Strawberries, or Mixed Berry Compote.
STATS:
- Course: Dessert, Snack
- No. of Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook time: 8 minutes
- Portion size: 1 quesadilla
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 18 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
CHEESECAKE FILLING:
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Half a tsp. cinnamon
- One tsp. vanilla extract
- Sea salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
STRAWBERRY MIXTURE:
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 tbsp walnuts
- 1 tbsp mint
QUESADILLAS:
- 4 tortillas
- 1 tsp olive oil
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
WHOLE-WHEAT TORTILLAS:
- We use whole-wheat tortillas to provide a wholesome, slightly nutty base for these quesadillas. As an alternative, you can use whole-grain or gluten-free tortillas.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese creates a smooth and creamy cheesecake-style filling. As a further option, we may utilize Neufchâtel cheese or regular cream cheese.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a pleasant tang while balancing the richness of the cream cheese. You can also use thick plain yogurt or strained yogurt.
STRAWBERRIES:
- Fresh strawberries provide natural sweetness, fruity flavor, and a juicy texture. As an alternative, you can use raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
HONEY:
- Honey naturally sweetens the cheesecake filling and complements the strawberries. Maple syrup might be utilize as another choice.
WALNUTS:
- Walnuts have a nutty flavor and a nice crunch. You can replace them with almonds or pistachios.
MINT:
- Fresh mint gives the filling a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Fresh basil may be utilized as a further choice.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil lightly crisps the tortillas while adding a Mediterranean touch. Avocado oil can be used instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the salt, cream cheese, cinnamon, Greek yogurt, vanilla, lemon zest, honey, and lemon juice till smooth.
- Carefully mix in the fresh mint, diced strawberries, and chopped walnuts.
- Distribute one-fourth of the cheesecake mixture on half of all the tortillas.
- Gently press all the tortillas shut after folding them in half.
- Preheat the olive oil in a pan and cook all the quesadillas for almost three minutes.
- Bring out the quesadillas from the pan and cool them for almost two minutes.
- Make slices and serve these quesadillas hot.
TIPS:
- Completely dry the strawberries before including them to avoid additional moisture.
- We utilize thick Greek yogurt to get a creamy filling.
- Serve quickly for a perfect crispy texture.
- Include a light honey drizzle for additional sweetness.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH & LIGHT:
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Berry Salad
- Fresh Strawberries
- Lemon-Mint Fruit Salad
- Mixed Berry Compote
MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:
- Honeyed Greek Yogurt
- Pistachio Fruit Salad
- Fresh Mint Berries
- Almond Citrus Salad
- Orange Walnut Salad
DESSERTS:
- Vanilla Greek Yogurt
- Dark Chocolate Shavings
- Strawberry Chia Pudding
- Cinnamon Apple Compote
- Berry Sorbet
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooled quesadillas in a closed box and refrigerate them for two days.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing these quesadillas, as the yogurt and strawberries will get watery after defrosting.
FAQs:
Will we utilize different fruit?
- Yes, you can use apples, raspberries, peaches, blueberries, or blackberries.
Could we prepare these quesadillas earlier?
- Yes, you can prepare the cheesecake filling beforehand and refrigerate it.
May we prepare these quesadillas sweeter?
- Yes, you can include a little additional honey or drizzle the honey on the quesadillas before eating.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proteins: 12 g
Caloric Content: 320 kcal
Net carbs: 37 g
Sodium: 430 mg
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 18 g
Fats: 13 g
Portion Size: 1 quesadilla
Total carbs: 42 g