Duck Confit Quesadilla Recipe
flour tortilla, sharp cheddar, ricotta, swiss chard & grilled onions, cherry tomato salad, parsley oil
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Duck
If using leftover duck confit, shred the meat and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Onions
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 3
Cook the Swiss Chard
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped Swiss chard, season with salt and pepper, and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Assemble the Quesadillas
On half of each flour tortilla, layer shredded duck, sautéed onions, Swiss chard, sharp cheddar, and dollops of ricotta. Fold the tortillas in half.
- 5
Cook the Quesadillas
In a clean skillet over medium heat, place the folded quesadillas and cook until the tortillas are golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and let cool slightly before cutting.
- 6
Prepare the Cherry Tomato Salad
In a bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 7
Serve
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with the cherry tomato salad on the side.

