Dairy-Free Shrimp Quesadilla
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Dairy-Free Shrimp Quesadilla recipe—a quick, flavorful, and completely dairy-free twist on the classic quesadilla! Succulent shrimp marinated in taco seasoning, vibrant sautéed red bell peppers and onions, and creamy dairy-free cheese shreds come together inside golden-brown flour tortillas for a satisfying bite that's packed with bold flavors. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish requires just 30 minutes to prepare and makes four hearty servings. Garnished with fresh cilantro and zesty lime wedges, these quesadillas are a fantastic option for dairy-free diets, seafood lovers, or anyone seeking a crowd-pleasing meal. Easy to make, delightful to eat, and ideal for pairing with salsa or guacamole, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup dairy-free cheese shreds
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 1 yellow onion, sliced thinly
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Using the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper and onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are soft and slightly caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean and reduce the heat to medium. Place one tortilla in the skillet.
Sprinkle a layer of dairy-free cheese shreds over half of the tortilla, top with cooked shrimp, sautéed vegetables, and chopped cilantro.
Fold the tortilla over, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure it sticks.
Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Serve the quesadillas hot, garnished with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.1 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 5268 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 137.2 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 633 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1973 mg | 42% | |
*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.
