Description
These Ground Beef Quesadillas are a quick and easy meal with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, these quesadillas can be served with your favorite sides and dips for a complete meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4–6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter for cooking
- Optional: sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for serving
Instructions
- Cook ground beef with onions, garlic, and spices until browned and fully cooked.
- Assemble quesadillas by layering the beef and cheese on tortillas, then folding in half.
- Cook on a skillet until golden and crispy on both sides, then serve with your favorite dips!
Notes
- You can freeze the assembled quesadillas before cooking for an easy make-ahead meal.
- For extra flavor, add jalapeños or chili flakes for some heat.
- Use a combination of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for the best melt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 500kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g