Dairy-Free Beef Quesadilla

Satisfy your cravings for a comforting quesadilla with this irresistible Dairy-Free Beef Quesadilla recipe that’s big on flavor yet free of dairy. Perfectly seasoned ground beef combines with sautéed onions, red bell peppers, and a zesty blend of cumin and chili powder for a hearty filling. Rich and creamy mashed avocado mixed with lime juice and fresh cilantro adds a refreshing touch, while dairy-free cheese shreds melt beautifully for that gooey texture you love. The golden, crispy flour tortillas tie everything together, making this a quick, family-friendly meal ready in just 40 minutes. Serve these crowd-pleasing quesadillas with a side of salsa for an extra kick, and enjoy a dairy-free twist on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large flour tortillas (dairy-free)
• 1 avocado
• 1 lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup dairy-free cheese shreds
• 0.5 cup salsa (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Step 2

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, around 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is well coated with the spices. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, and season with a pinch of salt to taste.

Step 6

Lay one tortilla flat and spread about 1/4 of the avocado mixture on half of the tortilla.

Step 7

Add 1/4 of the beef mixture over the avocado spread, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup of dairy-free cheese shreds.

Step 8

Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.

Step 9

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a plate and repeat with the remaining quesadillas.

Step 11

Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm, with salsa on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1561.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3048.0

Total Fat 208.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 5108.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 110.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.9mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 2727.2mg	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: 58.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 27.9%