Heart-Healthy Pork Quesadilla

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavorful Heart-Healthy Pork Quesadillas, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with lean pork loin, colorful sautéed vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and onion, and seasoned with fragrant cumin and chili powder, this recipe delivers a satisfying, bold taste without compromising on health. Whole wheat tortillas provide a hearty base, while reduced-fat cheddar cheese adds just the right amount of indulgence. Topped with a creamy avocado-cilantro lime dip, these quesadillas are loaded with protein, fiber, and healthy fats to keep you feeling full and energized. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy nights and caters to those looking for wholesome, heart-smart meal options.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Lean pork loin
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Zucchini
• 1 small Yellow onion
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 0.5 tsp Chili powder
• 4 large Whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 small Lime
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the pork loin and slice it into thin strips.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and set aside. Dice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and onion into small, even pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced pork to the skillet. Sprinkle with cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the pork is no longer pink and cooked through.

Step 5

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and onion to the skillet. Saute for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a separate skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.

Step 7

Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the pork and vegetable mixture over half of each tortilla.

Step 8

Sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the pork and vegetable filling.

Step 9

Fold the tortillas over to enclose the filling, pressing down gently.

Step 10

Cook each quesadilla in a skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Remove from heat and let them cool slightly. Cut each quesadilla into wedges.

Step 12

In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix with chopped fresh cilantro and juice of one lime. Serve as a topping or dip alongside the quesadilla wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1236.3 grams (1236.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091

Total Fat 113.10g	145%
Saturated Fat 45.90g	230%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 312mg	104%
Sodium 5606mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 151.50g	55%
Dietary Fiber 29.50g	105%
Total Sugars 23.60g
Protein 133.90g	268%

Vitamin D 51IU	257%
Calcium 2027mg	156%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 3157mg	67%

*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: 47.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 28.1%