Juicy Smashburger Quesadillas for Quick Dinner Bliss
Discover Smashburger Quesadillas that blend two comfort foods into one easy-to-make dish. Perfect for quick dinners!
Equipment
- cast-iron skillet
Ingredients
For the Beef Filling
- 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Can substitute with Impossible Meat for a vegetarian option.
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can also be used.
For the Tortillas
- 4 large Flour Tortillas Burrito-size preferred; almond flour tortillas for gluten-free.
For the Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar/American) Use Violife or Daiya for dairy-free.
For Optional Toppings
- ½ cup Pickles
- ½ cup Diced Onions Red onions preferred for milder flavor.
- ¼ cup Burger Sauce Use your favorite for topping.
- Unique Toppings Consider kimchi or crushed chips for extra crunch.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Smashburger Quesadillas
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
- Press a quarter of the ground beef onto one half of each tortilla. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place the tortilla, beef-side down, in the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the beef is browned and the tortilla is crispy.
- Flip the tortilla, add shredded cheese, and fold it in half. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, slice into triangles, and serve with toppings.
Notes
Perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable based on your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg
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