Easy & Tasty Asparagus Recipe!

To me there is nothing better than a recipe which is easy to prepare and tastes yummy! Not only did this recipe satisfy my vegetarian daughter but my carnivore hubby enjoyed it as well! This is one of those versatile healthy recipes where you could substitute other veges for the asparagus!

Asparagus Quesadillas

ASPARAGUS FILLING:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 2" pieces, and lightly steamed
6 cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

QUESADILLA:
6 flour tortillas
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 cup green or red salsa
6 cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions


1. To make the asparagus filling: In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute.
 
2. Add the asparagus, tomatoes, and cilantro. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes, or until the flavors are blended. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
 
3. To assemble the quesadillas: Divide the asparagus filling among the tortillas, positioning it on one half of each. Sprinkle with the Monterey Jack. Fold the tortillas in half.
 
4. Clean the skillet and coat it with cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat. Add 2 tortillas and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until golden. Press with a spatula to flatten slightly. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
 
5. To serve, cut each quesadilla in half and top with the salsa, tomatoes, and cilantro.