Low Sodium Beef Quesadillas
Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings guilt-free with these flavorful Low Sodium Beef Quesadillas, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner option. Packed with lean ground beef, vibrant red bell peppers, aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of low-sodium taco seasoning, this recipe delivers bold flavors without the extra salt. Whole wheat tortillas are toasted to golden perfection, encasing the savory beef mixture, gooey low-sodium cheese, and a burst of freshness from chopped cilantro. Ready in just 35 minutes, these quesadillas combine wholesome ingredients and simple cooking techniques to create a heart-healthy meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights. Serve warm and enjoy a lighter twist on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium taco seasoning
- 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
- 6 large Whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup Low sodium cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the beef with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet if necessary, then return to the stove.
Stir in the low sodium taco seasoning and chopped tomatoes, mixing until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften slightly.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.
Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla.
Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture over the cheese, then add a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle, pressing down gently with a spatula.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove from the skillet and repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy your tasty, low sodium beef quesadillas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2492 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.6 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.8 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 153.1 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1164 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2145 mg | 46% | |
*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.
