Cheese Quesadillas
Cheese quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy tortillas and gooey melted cheese for a delightful snack or meal. Perfect for any occasion, they can be customized with your favorite fillings, making them a versatile dish for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Enjoy these cheesy wonders with salsa or guacamole for an extra burst of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salsa or guacamole (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 tsp of olive oil to the skillet.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese evenly on top. Cover with the second tortilla.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are crisp and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and slice into wedges. Serve with salsa or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (160g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg