Beef Quesadillas

Savor the irresistible flavors of these Beef Quesadillas, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and gooey cheddar cheese, all tucked into golden, crispy flour tortillas, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. The savory blend of cumin and chili powder adds a bold, smoky depth, while fresh cilantro brightens every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these quesadillas are as easy to make as they are to devour. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings, like zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, or a dollop of tangy sour cream, for the ultimate Tex-Mex experience. Perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 500 grams Ground beef
• 200 grams Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Remove the beef mixture from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 7

Add a small amount of the remaining olive oil to the skillet and place a flour tortilla in the skillet.

Step 8

Sprinkle about 50 grams of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the entire tortilla.

Step 9

Spread a quarter of the beef mixture evenly over half of the tortilla, then sprinkle some chopped cilantro over the beef.

Step 10

Let the cheese melt slightly then fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula.

Step 11

Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 12

Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 13

Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm, with toppings of your choice like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1136.5 grams (1136.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2660

Total Fat 191.90g	246%
Saturated Fat 88.80g	444%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 568mg	189%
Sodium 4999mg	217%
Total Carbohydrate 103.20g	38%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 140.70g	281%

Vitamin D 43IU	215%
Calcium 1830mg	141%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 1948mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.9%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 15.3%