Keto Beef Quesadillas
Indulge in a low-carb twist on a classic comfort food with these irresistible Keto Beef Quesadillas! Featuring flavorful seasoned ground beef, a crispy cheese tortilla base, and melty shredded mozzarella, this recipe delivers bold, satisfying bites perfect for keto enthusiasts. Prepared in under 40 minutes, the cheese tortilla "shells" are baked to perfection, eliminating the need for traditional carb-heavy wraps. Garnished with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and tangy sour cream, these quesadillas are ideal for a hearty dinner or snack without ruining your macros. Packed with protein, rich spices, and gooey cheese, this keto-friendly dish will become a weeknight favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add minced garlic, ground beef, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook the beef until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
On the prepared baking sheet, spread 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into a circular shape to form a tortilla, roughly 6 inches in diameter. Repeat to make 4 tortillas per baking sheet.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese edges become crisp and slightly browned.
Carefully remove the cheese tortillas from the oven. Let them cool for a minute, then use a spatula to gently remove them from the parchment paper.
Divide the cooked beef mixture evenly onto half of each cheese tortilla, and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Fold the cheese tortilla over the filling to create a quesadilla. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Place the quesadillas back into the oven on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted.
Carefully remove the quesadillas from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Top with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot. Enjoy your keto-friendly quesadilla!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1110 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 878 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 328 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.
