Cheese Quesadilla Recipe
Learn how to make a cheese quesadilla using a tortillas, shredded, cheese, and olive oil!
Prep 5 minutes minutes
Cook 5 minutes minutes
Total 10 minutes minutes
Fat 49
Carbs 51
Protein 31
Yield 1
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 8- inch flour tortillas
- ¾ cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
- 2 tablespoons salsa any kind
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil.
When the olive oil is fragrant add a tortilla to the pan and sprinkle the cheese evenly over the tortilla. Top the shredded cheese with the second tortilla.
Let the bottom tortilla crisp up until golden brown (3-4 minutes) and then carefully flip the quesadilla over with a spatula. Repeat until the second tortilla becomes crispy and golden brown and remove from heat.
Cut the quesadilla into fourths and top the quesadilla with your favorite toppings.
- Other shredded cheeses that work well for cheese quesadillas include mozzarella, Colby Jack, and Mexican-blend cheddar.
- Feel free to add a cooked protein into your quesadilla such as shredded chicken, beans, beef, or pork.
- Nutrition information does not include toppings.
- Air Fryer Directions: assemble your quesadilla right inside your air fryer. Air fry at 400ºF for 3 minutes and then flip. Air fry for 3 more minutes.
Calories: 760kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 49g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g