Beef Quesadillas
Beef quesadillas are a delightful combination of crispy tortillas filled with savory ground beef, melted cheese, and colorful veggies. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or game nights, bringing everyone together for a flavor-packed experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (1 quesadilla per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- Sour cream (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until crumbly.
- Add the onion and bell peppers; sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Mix in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Heat another skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the pan, sprinkle half with cheese, then add some beef mixture before folding.
- Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and slice into wedges. Serve warm with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg