Dairy-Free Classic Cheese Quesadillas
Elevate your quesadilla game with these Dairy-Free Classic Cheese Quesadillas—an irresistible twist on a beloved comfort food that's perfect for those seeking plant-based and lactose-free options. Featuring golden-brown, crispy flour tortillas filled with gooey dairy-free shredded cheese that's perfectly complemented by a flavorful blend of spices, these quesadillas are a savory delight that's ready in just 25 minutes! Each bite is enhanced with hints of garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes, rounded off with fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime for an unforgettable burst of brightness. Quick, easy, and family-friendly, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, party appetizers, or a crowd-pleasing snack that satisfies without compromise. Whether you're dairy-free or simply seeking bold flavors, these quesadillas will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 2 cups Dairy-free shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece Fresh lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring the oil is spread evenly across the surface.
In a small bowl, mix together the red pepper flakes, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Place one tortilla in the skillet and then sprinkle 1/2 cup of the dairy-free shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
Sprinkle about a quarter of the mixed spices over the cheese for added flavor.
Fold the tortilla in half over the cheese, pressing down lightly with a spatula to help it melt and bind the tortilla together.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and keep warm on a plate under aluminum foil.
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and repeat the same process with the other tortillas and cheese.
Once all quesadillas are cooked, slice each one into 3 wedges using a knife or pizza cutter.
Garnish the quesadillas with chopped cilantro and serve with fresh lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.7 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3236 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1881 mg | 145% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 334 mg | 7% | |
*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.
