Corn and Crab Quesadillas

Elevate your weeknight meals with these irresistible Corn and Crab Quesadillas, bursting with a harmonious blend of fresh, bold flavors. Packed with premium lump crab meat, sweet corn kernels, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and a touch of heat from finely diced jalapeños, these quesadillas are the perfect fusion of comfort food and gourmet flair. The smooth cream cheese base effortlessly ties together the vibrant notes of cilantro, scallions, garlic, and cumin, creating a filling that’s deliciously rich and satisfying. With a golden, crispy tortilla shell cooked to perfection, each bite offers a delightful crunch and gooey center. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are ideal for quick dinners, casual gatherings, or game day snacks. Serve with dollops of sour cream, zesty salsa, and lime wedges for the ultimate flavor-packed experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Lump crab meat
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 2 stalks Scallions (green onions), chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter (or neutral oil)
• 0 Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0 Salsa (optional, for serving)
• 0 Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine lump crab meat, sweet corn, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, chopped scallions, chopped cilantro, finely diced jalapeño, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 2

Lay out the four flour tortillas on a flat surface. Evenly spread the crab and corn filling over half of each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edge. Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter or a drizzle of oil. Swirl to coat the pan evenly.

Step 4

Place one or two folded quesadillas (depending on the size of the skillet) in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and crispy.

Step 5

Carefully flip the quesadillas with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from the pan and keep warm.

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter or oil to the pan as needed.

Step 7

Once all quesadillas are cooked, use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice each into wedges.

Step 8

Serve warm with optional sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side for dipping or garnishing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2136.7

Total Fat 130.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 463.5mg	0%
Sodium 5046.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 124.3g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2189.5mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 1827.1mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 25.2%