Chorizo and Manchego Cheese Quesadillas

Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of Chorizo and Manchego Cheese Quesadillas, a quick and satisfying recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. These quesadillas are packed with spicy, crumbled chorizo, melted Manchego cheese, and a touch of freshness from sautéed red onions and chopped cilantro, all tucked into golden, crispy flour tortillas. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish can be customized with creamy avocado slices, a dollop of tangy sour cream, or a squeeze of lime for an extra kick. Perfectly balanced with savory and zesty notes, these quesadillas are sure to become your go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 200 grams Chorizo sausage
• 180 grams Manchego cheese, shredded
• 1 small Red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced (optional)
• 120 ml Sour cream (optional)
• 1 large Lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until fully cooked and browned. Once cooked, transfer the chorizo to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and sauté the finely diced red onion for 2–3 minutes until softened. Turn off the heat and set the onions aside.

Step 3

Place one flour tortilla on a flat surface. Spread 45 grams of shredded Manchego cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla, followed by a portion of the cooked chorizo, sautéed onion, and a sprinkle of freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 4

Fold the tortilla in half to form a semicircle, pressing gently to seal the fillings inside. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.

Step 5

Wipe out the skillet and heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Carefully place one folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.

Step 6

Remove the quesadillas from the skillet, transfer them to a cutting board, and allow them to rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing into wedges.

Step 7

Serve the quesadillas warm with optional avocado slices, a dollop of sour cream, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2902.8

Total Fat 224.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 399.4mg	0%
Sodium 5746.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 115.7g	0%

Vitamin D 38.6IU	0%
Calcium 1785.0mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1298.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 14.4%