Beef Quesadillas
Satisfy your cravings for bold, Tex-Mex flavors with these irresistible Beef Quesadillas, a perfect combination of seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and gooey cheddar cheese layered inside crispy, golden-brown flour tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe features a savory filling infused with cumin, chili powder, and garlic for a spicy kick, while fresh cilantro adds a bright, herby finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the ideal weeknight dinner or party appetizer that pairs wonderfully with zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream. Whether you're hosting friends or looking for a satisfying meal, these quesadillas guarantee flavor and simplicity in every bite.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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.
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.
Stir in the cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Remove the beef mixture from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and reduce the heat to medium.
Add a small amount of the remaining olive oil to the skillet and place a flour tortilla in the skillet.
Sprinkle about 50 grams of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the entire tortilla.
Spread a quarter of the beef mixture evenly over half of the tortilla, then sprinkle some chopped cilantro over the beef.
Let the cheese melt slightly then fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm, with toppings of your choice like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 1145 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 439 mg | 9% | |
*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.
