This cheesy pizza quesadilla is a fun twist on a classic meal! It’s filled with mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella, and pizza sauce for a simple but satisfying dinner!

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The other day, I was in the mood for pizza but I didn’t have any pizza crust. I could have whipped up my easy 2 ingredient pizza crust, but I had a bag of tortillas I needed to use. So I decided to make a pizza-inspired quesadilla! Putting the classic flavors of a veggie pizza inside quesadilla turned out to be a pretty delicious meal. It’s a perfect meal for those evenings when you need something satisfying but simple to prepare.

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Ingredients & Substitutions

  • Pizza Sauce– I used Rao’s tomato basil pasta sauce because I love the flavor, but any pizza sauce or marinara sauce is fine.
  • Mozzarella– Shredded mozzarella melts beautifully for that perfect cheese pull.
  • Green bell pepper– This adds a slightly sweet flavor. Feel free to substitute for any color bell pepper.
  • Baby Bella Mushrooms– Sautéed mushrooms offer an umami, meaty flavor in this vegetarian quesadilla.
  • Red onion– Red onion adds a slight sharpness. You could substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.
  • Spinach– Baby spinach is an easy way to add some greens to this meal. You could use kale instead of spinach, just be sure to remove the stems.
  • Tortillas– I used large 10″ flour tortillas, but you can use any kind you like. I recommend using whole wheat tortillas for additional fiber and protein.

How to Make Pizza Quesadillas

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Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, and onion, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the garlic and spinach and continue to cook for 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
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Add half of the pizza sauce and half of the veggie mixture onto one half of a tortilla.
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Top with half the mozzarella then fold the tortilla in half. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
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Cook the quesadillas in the skillet over medium, heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
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Once it’s golden brown and the cheese is melted, enjoy!

How to Reheat and Store the Quesadillas

To store leftover quesadillas, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep well for 2-3 days. For reheating, warm them in a skillet over medium heat to keep the tortillas crispy, or pop them in the oven or toaster oven for a few minutes until heated through.

What to Serve with Pizza Quesadillas

Not sure what to serve with these unique quesadillas? Here are a few of my favorite sides and sauces!

  • Marinara sauce: Pair these with a little extra sauce for dipping!
  • Caesar salad: A fresh, crunchy salad balances the richness of the quesadillas. This vegan Caesar salad is one of my favorites.
  • Pesto rice: We often serve rice with quesadillas, so why not lean into the Italian flavors and make pesto rice?
  • White beans: This might be an unexpected side dish, but these butter beans in tomato sauce are so good, and they’d be a perfect side dish with this quesadilla!
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pizza quesadillas

Pizza Quesadillas

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 quesadillas 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

This cheese pizza quesadilla is a fun twist on a classic meal! It’s filled with mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella, and pizza sauce for a simple but satisfying dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 4oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons diced red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce
  • 4oz shredded mozzarella
  • 2 large tortillas

Instructions

  1. Add the olive oil to a large non-stick skillet and heat over medium heat.
  2. Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, and onion, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the garlic and spinach and continue to cook for 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  4. Remove the veggies from the pan.
  5. Add half of the veggie mixture onto one half of a tortilla.
  6. Top with half the pizza sauce and half the mozzarella then fold the tortilla in half.
  7. Repeat with the remaining tortilla and ingredients.

  8. Cook the quesadillas in the skillet over medium, heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.