Description
Ground beef quesadillas are a mouthwatering blend of crispy tortillas, seasoned beef, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or game nights, each bite is a comforting explosion of flavors that your family will love. Customize them with your favorite vegetables and serve with zesty salsa for a delightful meal that’s quick and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- ½ cup salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, chopping the onion and bell peppers into small pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned; season with salt and pepper.
- Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- On a clean surface, place a tortilla, sprinkle half with cheese, spoon the beef mixture on top, then fold.
- Cook the folded quesadilla in the same skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg