A savory snack size quesadilla with hint of sweet pear, and a spicy pear salsa.
3/4 large firm but ripe pear, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 very small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup chopped California walnuts, toasted
2 (7-inch) whole wheat flour tortillas
1/4 of a large firm but ripe pear, cut into 8 very thin slices
Place all salsa ingredients in a small bowl; stir and set aside.
Place 1/4 cup cheese, half the walnuts and 4 pear slices on one side of each tortilla; fold over to enclose.
Place in a large skillet and cook over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted and tortilla is lightly browned and crisp.
Serve warm with salsa. Recipe may be doubled.
Like a bit of spice? Toss walnuts in 1 to 2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
Like it mild? Replace the jalapeño pepper in the salsa with Anaheim or green bell pepper.
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