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Quesadilla

Quesadilla is a lunch mexican recipe with 450 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

450 kcal

Total Time

15 min

Servings

1

Protein

20 g

Ingredients

  • large flour tortilla1 piece
  • shredded Monterey Jack cheese.5 cup
  • black beans2 tbsp
  • corn2 tbsp
  • oil1 tbsp
  • salsa2 tbsp
  • sour cream2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Place a flour tortilla in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Sprinkle shredded cheese over the entire tortilla.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add other fillings if desired, such as beans, corn, or cooked vegetables, on one half of the tortilla.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Fold the other half of the tortilla over the fillings.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Cut into wedges and serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

450

Protein

20g

Carbs

30g

Fat

28g

Fiber

3g

Micronutrients

Iron

2 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

800 mg

Calcium

400 mg

Folate

60 mcg

Magnesium

50 mg

Potassium

300 mg

Vitamin C

5 mg

Vitamin A

150 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Quesadilla works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quesadilla

How many calories are in Quesadilla?

Quesadilla has about 450 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Quesadilla suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Quesadilla is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Quesadilla gluten-free?

Quesadilla is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes large flour tortilla. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Quesadilla?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Quesadilla ahead of time?

Quesadilla works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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