20 Quesadilla Recipes Everyone Will Love
Source: Olga Miltsova, AdobeStockYou only need to try Mexican cuisine once to fall in love with it forever. Especially since it's so diverse – there are dozens of types of filled tortillas alone. And quesadilla is just one of them. We share 20 simple and delicious recipes!
1. Chicken Quesadilla
Source: morozvest.ruA versatile quesadilla recipe for every day!
You will need: 3 tortillas, 175 g chicken fillet, 100 g onion, 60 g bell pepper, 70 g cherry tomatoes, 60 g corn, spices, 120 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Finely chop the chicken and fry until golden. Add minced garlic and fry for another couple of minutes over high heat. Add chopped bell pepper, and after 2 minutes, add cherry tomatoes and corn. After another 2 minutes, season the filling, mix with grated cheese, and spread onto tortillas. Fold the tortillas in half and fry on both sides in a dry pan.
2. Ground Meat Quesadilla
Source: lifehacker.ruWe recommend using mixed homemade ground meat from several types of meat.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 300 g ground meat, 120 g corn, half a can of tomatoes in their own juice, 200 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Fry the ground meat for 5 minutes over high heat, then add spices, corn, and chopped tomatoes. Fry for another 5 minutes, then spread this filling onto the tortillas. Sprinkle with grated cheese, fold the tortillas in half, and fry the quesadilla on both sides.
3. Shrimp Quesadilla
Source: milalink.ruBoth small and large shrimp work equally well, but they must be peeled.
You will need: 150 g peeled shrimp, 3 tortillas, 100 g hard cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 8 cherry tomatoes, 120 g corn, 1 bunch parsley, spices.
Preparation: Fry the shrimp with garlic for a couple of minutes, add corn, season, and fry for another couple of minutes. Chop the cherry tomatoes, mince the parsley, and grate the cheese. Spread all the filling onto the tortillas, fold them in half, and fry on a dry pan on both sides.
4. Cheese Quesadilla
Source: buckeyefoodhub.comThe easiest way to make a quick quesadilla!
You will need: 4 tortillas, 50 g hard cheese, 50 g mozzarella, 50 g suluguni, 50 g blue cheese.
Preparation: Grate all the cheese and spread it onto 2 tortillas. Cover with the remaining tortillas, fry on both sides, and cut into quarters.
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5. Bean and Zucchini Quesadilla
Source: ultra.baWe recommend using canned red beans in tomato sauce or their own juice.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 1 can of beans, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 100 g hard cheese, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 zucchini, 1 bunch of herbs.
Preparation: Finely dice the vegetables and fry them together until soft. Add tomato paste, beans, spices, and chopped herbs, and fry for another 2 minutes. Spread the filling onto the tortillas, sprinkle with grated cheese, fold in half, and fry the quesadilla on both sides.
6. Beef Quesadilla
Source: fuzeservers.ruFor this recipe, it's better to finely chop the beef with a knife rather than using pre-made ground meat.
You will need: 200 g tortillas, 400 g chopped beef, 60 g onion, 30 g parsley, 100 g hard cheese, 300 g tomatoes, spices.
Preparation: Fry the beef with onion over high heat until cooked. Add finely chopped tomatoes, spices, and chopped parsley, and fry for another couple of minutes. Spread the filling onto the tortillas, sprinkle with grated cheese, fold the quesadilla in half, and fry.
7. Salmon Quesadilla
Source: ru.nangarden.comSalted, smoked, or simply baked red fish all work equally well.
You will need: 3 tortillas, 350 g salmon or other red fish, 250 g guacamole, 1 bell pepper, 100 g mozzarella, 90 g sour cream, herbs.
Preparation: Spread sour cream on the tortillas. Add guacamole, finely chopped red fish with bell pepper, and chopped herbs. Sprinkle with grated mozzarella, fold the quesadilla, and fry it on a dry pan.
8. Tuna Quesadilla
Source: wallpapercave.comA diet-friendly quesadilla recipe with canned tuna and fresh vegetables.
You will need: 3 tortillas, 100 g cheddar or other cheese, 2 cans of tuna, 2 tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1 chili pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 1 red onion, 4 sprigs cilantro, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Finely chop all the vegetables, chili, cilantro, and garlic, season, and drizzle with oil. Mash the tuna with a fork. Spread tuna and vegetables onto the tortillas, sprinkle with grated cheese, and fry on both sides.
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9. Chicken and Avocado Quesadilla
Source: stella-clothes.ruYou can make guacamole from avocado, or use it whole, as in this recipe.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 100 g hard cheese, 1 bunch basil, 250 g cherry tomatoes, 2 chicken fillets, 2 avocados, 1 tbsp brown sugar, half a cup balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the chicken, fry, and season. Reduce the balsamic vinegar with sugar by half over low heat and refrigerate. Grate the cheese, mince the basil, slice the avocado, and quarter the cherry tomatoes. Arrange all the filling on the tortillas, fold in half, and fry on both sides. Before serving, drizzle the quesadilla with balsamic sauce.
10. Ham Quesadilla
Source: cookrecept.ruA quick homemade quesadilla recipe for breakfast, ready in minutes.
You will need: 2 tortillas, 100 g hard cheese, 2 tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, 200 g ham, 100 g mushrooms, 2 green onion stalks.
Preparation: Finely chop and fry the mushrooms. Add chopped tomatoes and diced ham, and fry for another minute. Mix with crushed garlic and chopped green onions, and spread onto the tortillas. Sprinkle the filling with grated cheese, fold the quesadilla in half, and fry on a dry pan.
11. Turkey and Green Pea Quesadilla
Source: liveinfocuss.blogspot.comNot only delicious, but also incredibly vibrant quesadilla for the whole family!
You will need: 350 g turkey, 4 tortillas, 240 g hard cheese, 120 g bell pepper, 100 g red onion, 120 g corn, 120 g green peas.
Preparation: Finely chop the turkey, fry until cooked, and season. Dice the onion and bell pepper, fry for a couple of minutes over high heat, add corn and peas, and fry for another 2 minutes. Spread the filling onto a tortilla, sprinkle with grated cheese, fold in half, and fry on both sides until the cheese melts.
12. Green Bean Quesadilla
Source: novyefoto.ruAn excellent quesadilla recipe with plenty of vegetables.
You will need: 2 tortillas, 100 g green beans, 200 g smoked chicken, half a bunch of parsley, 100 g hard cheese, 1 bell pepper, 1 tomato.
Preparation: Dice the smoked chicken, bell pepper, and tomato, add green beans, and fry everything for 5 minutes over high heat. Mix with chopped herbs, spread the filling onto the tortillas, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Fold in half and fry the quesadilla in a pan.
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13. Tomato and Mozzarella Quesadilla
Source: jordanseasyentertaining.comTender and juicy filling with subtle Italian notes.
You will need: 2 tortillas, 100 g cherry tomatoes, 100 g mozzarella, 6 basil leaves.
Preparation: Sprinkle the tortilla with grated mozzarella and chopped basil, arrange halved tomatoes on top, and cover with the second tortilla. Fry the quesadilla on both sides and cut into quarters.
14. Pineapple Quesadilla
Source: sloosh.ruInstead of canned pineapple, you can grill fresh pineapple.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 200 g pineapple, half a bunch of cilantro, 1 chicken breast, 130 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp spicy tomato sauce.
Preparation: Finely chop the chicken and fry it in your favorite spices over high heat. Spread tomato sauce on the tortillas, add chicken and chopped pineapple, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and grated cheese. Fold the tortillas in half and fry on both sides.
15. Cabbage Quesadilla
Source: wolt.comA very interesting quesadilla recipe for fresh vegetable lovers.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 70 g white cabbage, 70 g red cabbage, half a bunch of herbs, 3 radishes, 1 tomato, 1 cucumber, 1 carrot, 100 g corn, 150 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Thinly shred the cabbage and lightly mash it. Cut all other vegetables into very thin strips, mix everything with corn, chopped herbs, and grated cheese. Spread the filling onto the tortillas, fold in half, and fry the quesadilla on a dry pan.
16. Mushroom Quesadilla
Source: mavink.comIt's important to fry the mushrooms well to evaporate excess moisture.
You will need: 4 tortillas, 200 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 1 tomato, 100 g hard cheese, half a bunch of parsley, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the mushrooms with the onion and fry them for 10 minutes until cooked. Add chopped tomatoes and herbs, season, and fry for another 2 minutes. Spread the filling onto the tortillas, sprinkle with grated cheese, and fold in half. Fry them on both sides until cooked.
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17. Mussel Quesadilla
Source: dj5495.craftum.ioIf using frozen mussels, first fry them for a couple of minutes in spices and soy sauce.
You will need: 2 tortillas, 180 g mussels in oil, 1 chili pepper, 1 red onion, 1 bunch of herbs, 2 tomatoes, 3 tbsp tomato sauce, 120 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Finely chop the herbs and chili, grate the cheese, slice the onion into feathers, and the tomatoes into rounds. Place one tortilla in a pan, spread with half of the tomato sauce, and sprinkle with half of the cheese. Arrange the mussel filling, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and cover with the second tortilla, also spread with sauce. Fry the quesadilla on both sides and cut.
18. Korean Carrot and Mushroom Quesadilla
Source: pinterest.comAnother quick but very piquant recipe with minimal ingredients.
You will need: 1 tortilla, 3 tbsp Korean carrots, 4 mushrooms, 4 sprigs of herbs, 50 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Slice the mushrooms and fry them until cooked. Spread Korean carrots and mushrooms onto the tortilla, sprinkle with chopped herbs and grated cheese, fold in half, and fry on both sides.
19. Egg and Salami Quesadilla
Source: novyefoto.ruAnother non-traditional but very convenient quesadilla option for breakfast.
You will need: 2 tortillas, 2 eggs, 120 g salami, 50 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with spices, pour into a pan, sprinkle with half of the grated cheese, and cover with a tortilla. When the omelet sets, carefully flip it with the tortilla side down. Arrange the salami slices, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, cover with the second tortilla, and fry the quesadilla until the cheese melts.
20. Potato Quesadilla
Source: imgur.comBoil the potatoes in advance so they have time to cool completely.
You will need: 1 tortilla, 2 boiled potatoes, 4 sprigs of dill, 1 onion, 100 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and fry until golden. Mash the potatoes into a puree, mix with onion, spices, grated cheese, and chopped herbs. If necessary, add a little butter. Spread the potatoes onto the tortilla, fold in half, and fry the quesadilla on both sides.
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