Crabmeat Quesadillas

Dive into coastal flavors with these irresistible Crabmeat Quesadillas, a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and zesty goodness! Tender chunks of fresh crabmeat are mixed with vibrant green onions, aromatic cilantro, and a splash of tangy lime juice, creating a filling that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent. Each large flour tortilla is loaded with this savory mixture, paired with gooey Monterey Jack cheese, and pan-toasted in melted butter to golden perfection. The result? Crispy, melty quesadillas that are bursting with flavor in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive party appetizer. Serve them hot with dollops of sour cream and your favorite salsa for the ultimate seafood-inspired snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh crabmeat
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup chopped green onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup salsa

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, chopped green onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix to evenly combine and set aside.

Step 2

Place a large flour tortilla on a clean surface. Sprinkle 1/4 of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Add 1/4 of the crab mixture on top of the cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to create a half-moon shape.

Step 3

Repeat the filling and folding process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 4

Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once melted, carefully place one quesadilla into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

Step 5

Flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is melted.

Step 6

Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining quesadillas, adding butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 7

Allow the quesadillas to cool slightly, then cut each into thirds or quarters using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.

Step 8

Serve the warm quesadillas with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1343.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116.7

Total Fat 132.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 450.9mg	0%
Sodium 7808.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 117.3g	0%

Vitamin D 40.5IU	0%
Calcium 2282.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2188.8mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 25.3%