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These Healthy Avocado Quesadillas Will Be Your New Favorite Lunch

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Northeastern chapter.

If you’re in search for the perfect healthy snack or lunch that also manages to be satisfying, you have come to the right place. With staple ingredients like avocado, hummus, and cheese, you’re not leaving your meal feeling hungry and empty (as some healthier options often leave us feeling). Instead, this protein-packed snack leaves you satisfied while still feeling like you made a healthier choice.

Oh, and let’s not forget to mention, this mini avocado quesadilla recipe includes avocado AND cheese so you already know this tastes amazing.

Mini Avocado Quesadillas

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 5 minutesTotal time: 10 minutesServings:8 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    Cut three mini tortillas from each tortilla using a cookie cutter.

    #SpoonTip: Use a large glass and cut around that if you don’t have a cookie cutter!

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    Combine hummus, cumin, and cilantro in a bowl.

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    Spoon 1 teaspoon of hummus mixture on each mini tortilla. Place avocado slice and queso fresco on half of each tortilla and fold.

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    Heat pan and cook tortillas on medium for 2-3 minutes each side, or until golden brown.

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    Remove from heat and serve with sour cream and salsa.

Emily Gordon

Northeastern '18