Low Fat Shrimp Quesadilla

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavor-packed Low Fat Shrimp Quesadilla, a healthier twist on a Tex-Mex favorite! This recipe combines tender, seasoned shrimp sautéed with vibrant red and green bell peppers and sweet red onion, all wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas. Reduced-fat cheddar cheese adds a creamy, melty layer without the extra calories, while a hint of garlic, cumin, and chili powder infuses every bite with bold, zesty flavor. Finished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these quesadillas are crispy on the outside and bursting with goodness on the inside. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying dinner, these Shrimp Quesadillas prove that healthy eating can be utterly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 Whole wheat tortillas
• 120 grams Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 as needed Olive oil spray
• 1 Lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray lightly with olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced red and green bell peppers and chopped red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 4

Remove the shrimp and vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Wipe the skillet clean if necessary, and spray again with olive oil.

Step 6

Place a tortilla in the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, spread a portion of the cooked shrimp and vegetable mixture, a sprinkle of cilantro, and 30 grams of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Fold the tortilla over and press down lightly with a spatula to seal.

Step 8

Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Remove the quesadilla and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 10

Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(959.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1291.2

Total Fat 42.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 573.9mg	0%
Sodium 3768.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 110.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1205.8mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1920.1mg	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: 28.0%

Protein: 32.7%

Carbs: 39.3%