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    MJ & Hungryman » Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes

    Pizza Quesadilla with vegetables

    By Min On January 9, 2022

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    four pizza quesadilla triangles spread out on a parchment paper with pizza sauce spread on two pieces and fresh basil sprinkled throughout

    Your child won't eat vegetables? Try this healthy pizza quesadilla that's super EASY to whip up. 15 minutes to make, perfect for lunch or dinner, and suitable for babies and kids.

    four pizza quesadilla triangles spread out on a parchment paper with pizza sauce spread on two pieces and fresh basil sprinkled throughout
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    • Ingredients
    • Making quesadilla with toddlers
    • Expert tips (don't skip this part!)
    • How to serve pizza quesadilla to baby and toddler?
    • Frequently asked questions
    • More Pizza-Flavored Recipes
    • Pizza quesadilla with vegetables

    It's time to upgrade one of the most beloved kid-friendly foods - the cheese quesadilla. As you can see, this is a very veggie forward version. Before you shake your head and say your child will never eat this, stay with me!

    Perhaps you've been trying to get your baby or toddler to eat their broccoli and spinach for what feels like an eternity. And you've even tried adding cheese to them with no success.

    BUT combine with pizza sauce and tortillas, your child just might decide to give it a lick and then proceed to chow down! I'm rooting for ya!

    You can also use pesto, like this pesto flatbread pizza!

    You may also like: English Muffin Baby Pizza with veggies, Pizza Eggs

    Ingredients

    all the ingredients laid out on a wooden board

    Baby spinach - you don't have to be exact with the measurements here, just like for these spinach sweet potato muffins. Two large handfuls will do but you can certainly add less or more (but not too much more).

    Broccoli - be sure to cook first. Here's a super in-depth post on how to cook broccoli for babies!

    Cannellini beans - you can also use great northern or chickpeas. This is a great way to add an iron-rich source. Will also make the filling creamier.

    Pizza sauce - you can use store-bought (make sure it's thick) or homemade. Be sure to give my sugar free pizza sauce recipe a try! It's super easy to make. Perfectly thick and bold-flavored.

    Tortilla - I encourage you to opt for whole wheat for that boost of fiber and nutrition. Whatever your choice, be sure to get a soft one so you can fold over.

    Best Iron-rich Foods For Babies and Toddlers

    Making quesadilla with toddlers

    If your child won't eat veggies, instead of pressuring, which does NOT work, get them involved in the cooking process!

    This is so easy to assemble.

    a four image collage showing the cooking steps
    1. Have your child measure and add spinach, broccoli, beans to a food processor/blender and blend.
    2. Spread pizza sauce on half of the tortilla
    3. Spread the vegetable mixture
    4. Add cheese and fold over
    5. Cook in a pan with some butter

    How could this not be good?

    Another fun way to get your child involved - Make Green Smoothies!

    Expert tips (don't skip this part!)

    • Be sure to use a thick sauce. You can use marinara but if it's on the thin side then try thickening with some tomato paste. Or better yet, make my pizza sauce with no added salt and sugar. This will ensure that you don’t end up with a soggy quesadilla. Not cool.
    • Use a soft wholegrain flour tortilla. This way you’ll be able to fold over without it breaking. However, if you want to use corn tortilla, instead of folding, add filling to the entire tortilla and then top with another piece.
    • This recipe yields 2 quesadilla but feel free to double or triple the recipe to feed your entire family.
    • You have full control over how much of the vegetable mixture and cheese to add. If your child is really reluctant with the veggies, then you can start with a small amount and gradually increase in the future.
    • Use a medium to large skillet. You want the quesadilla to fit lengthwise so it can get perfectly toasted.
    • Cook over medium heat. This way the cheese will melt slowly and the tortilla will crisp up without getting burnt.
    • Be sure to cool before slicing. I personally am an over-stuffer. If you divide the veggie mixture between two tortillas as the recipe suggests, the filling will likely spill out once you slice into 3 or 4 triangle pieces. In that case, just smoosh it back in. Again, you can decide how much filling you want to add to each tortilla.
    • They taste great at room temperature or even cold (kind of like eating cold pizza if you are into that). Great for picnics and lunchboxes.

    Another kid favorite - Hummus grilled cheese

    How to serve pizza quesadilla to baby and toddler?

    two image collage with baby's plate on left with strip of toast, broccoli, and mashed cannellini beans. On the right a toddler's plate with three quesadilla triangles, beans, one piece of broccoli and two star shaped bell pepper

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    For 6-8 months old:

    Mix pizza sauce and vegetable mixture and spread on top of toasted bread cut into strips the width of about two adult fingers pressed together

    For 9-12 months:

    Same as above except you can spread onto a toasted tortilla. You can also cut into bite-sized pieces once their pincer grasp develops, but I personally encourage you to keep offering large pieces so your child can learn to tear and take bites. This is especially effective if you have a shoveler.

    Related post: Help! My child shoves too much food

    For 12+ months:

    Start by making a regular quesadilla and cut into strips or triangles. You have full control over how much cheese to add. I would start off with a small amount and gradually increase as your child grows older.

    This is also the time when your child may start to become more picky. If your toddler refuses to eat a certain vegetable(s), it's ok to add them into foods they do enjoy. At the same time, DON'T stop offering in its whole form.

    Just one piece can go a long way!

    Is your toddler becoming picky?

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    Frequently asked questions

    How to store and freeze quesadilla?

    Cooked quesadilla will last in the fridge for up to three days. Just be sure to cool completely.

    How to make this dairy-free?

    Can use non-dairy alternatives and use oil instead of butter for cooking

    a close up shot of a cooked quesadilla triangle showcasing the filling
    a close up shot of a cooked quesadilla triangle showcasing the filling

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    Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!

    four pizza quesadilla triangles spread out on a parchment paper with pizza sauce spread on two pieces and fresh basil sprinkled throughout

    Pizza quesadilla with vegetables

    Try this healthy pizza quesadilla that's super EASY to whip up. 15 minutes to make, perfect for lunch or dinner, and suitable for babies and kids.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 3
    Author: Min | MJ and Hungryman

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 2 heaping handfuls of baby spinach
    • ½ cup (50g) cooked broccoli
    • ½ cup (80g) low or no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
    • 2 whole wheat tortilla , see note
    • 2 tablespoons (or more) pizza sauce, homemade or store-bought
    • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

    Instructions

    • Add spinach, broccoli, and beans to a food processor/blender and blend, scraping down the sides as you go. I like to keep it a bit chunky to expose my kids to texture but feel free to add water (1-2 tablespoons) if you desire a smoother consistency
    • Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce (can add more if you wish) on half of each quesadilla.
    • Divide the spinach mixture between two tortilla. You can add less if you wish.
    • Add cheese. You also have full control of how much you want to add.
    • Fold the tortilla over into moon shape
    • Melt butter over medium heat in a skillet. Place quesadilla and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy
    • Allow to cool slightly then slice into thirds or quarters.

    Notes

    • Be sure to use a thick sauce. 
    • Use a soft wholegrain flour tortilla. This way you’ll be able to fold over without it breaking. However, if you want to use corn tortilla, instead of folding, add filling to the entire tortilla and then top with another piece.
    • Cook over medium heat. This way the cheese will melt slowly and the tortilla will crisp up without getting burnt.
    • Be sure to cool before slicing. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course lunch
    Cuisine American
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    1. Kat says

      September 08, 2022 at 12:27 pm

      Hi Min! Love your recipes! Quick question - is this freezer friendly?

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      • Min says

        September 09, 2022 at 8:04 pm

        I haven't tried so I can't say for certain. My only concern is that it might get too soggy upon thawing..

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