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Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas

Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas

This Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas recipe is a quick and satisfying meal bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb Ground turkey a lean protein option
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese brings gooey meltiness
  • 1 cup Diced bell peppers adds color and sweetness
  • 1 medium Diced onion deepens flavors when sautéed
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil for cooking the filling
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin delivers earthy warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder gives a gentle kick
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder adds savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances all flavors
Assembly
  • 4 large Flour tortillas base for the filling
  • 1 cup Sour cream for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Chop your ingredients by dicing the colorful bell peppers and onion.
  2. Cook the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the diced bell peppers, onion, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Layer half of a tortilla with shredded cheddar cheese and half with the turkey mixture. Fold it over.
  5. Grill each quesadilla over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve them hot with sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add avocado slices or fresh cilantro as a garnish.

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