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Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Quesadilla (Bobby Flay) Recipe

Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Quesadilla (Bobby Flay) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

4 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tbsps olive oil , plus 1 tbsp
3 (6-inch) tortillas
1/4 cup grated monterey jack
1/4 cup grated white cheddar
3 tbsp cilantro pesto , recipe follows
1 tsp ancho chile powder
2 tsp sour cream , or to taste
2 cups firmly packed cilantro leaves
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
5 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste. In a small skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and saute the shrimp for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Reserve for garnish.
Place 2 tortillas on an ungreased baking sheet, sprinkle half the cheeses and 1 1/2 tablespoons pesto on each, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Stack the 2 layers and cover with the remaining tortilla. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle evenly with ancho chile powder. May be prepared 1 day ahead up to this point and refrigerated. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes or until the tortillas are slightly crisp and the cheese has melted.
Cut into quarters and serve hot, garnished with the shrimp, more pesto, and sour cream.
Cilantro Pesto:
In a food processor, combine cilantro, garlic, pumpkinseeds, lime juice, salt and pepper. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until sauce is emulsified. May be prepared up to 2 days ahead, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving.
Yield: 1 cup

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	829.48 Kcal (3473 kJ)
Calories from fat	697.07 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	77.45g	119%
Cholesterol	74.68mg	25%
Sodium	3058.44mg	127%
Potassium	265.25mg	6%
Total Carbs	18.3g	6%
Sugars	1.17g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.69g	7%
Protein	18.56g	37%
Vitamin C	10.1mg	17%
Vitamin A	1mg	32%
Iron	1.2mg	7%
Calcium	396.8mg	40%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	345.75 Kcal (1448 kJ)
Calories from fat	290.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	32.28g	119%
Cholesterol	31.13mg	25%
Sodium	1274.86mg	127%
Potassium	110.57mg	6%
Total Carbs	7.63g	6%
Sugars	0.49g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.7g	7%
Protein	7.74g	37%
Vitamin C	4.2mg	17%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	32%
Iron	0.5mg	7%
Calcium	165.4mg	40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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