Low Sodium Pork Quesadilla

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Pork Quesadilla recipe! Tender pork tenderloin is marinated in zesty lime juice and fragrant spices like cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, then seared to perfection and paired with sautéed red bell peppers and onions for a burst of color and taste. Sandwiched between whole wheat tortillas and melted reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, this dish delivers all the indulgence of classic quesadillas with a lighter, low-sodium twist. Ready in just 40 minutes, these quesadillas are perfect for busy evenings, and the fresh cilantro and creamy avocado garnish add the perfect finishing touch. Serve this quick and nutritious meal with your favorite side salad or salsa for a wholesome and satisfying experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 pounds Pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium, juiced Lime
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 4 large Whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup, shredded Reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Onion
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 medium, sliced Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Start by marinating the pork. In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, ground black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. Rub this mixture over the pork tenderloin and let it sit for about 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the pork is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and onion, and chop the fresh cilantro. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork tenderloin and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the pork is browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.

Step 5

Lay out the tortillas on a clean work surface. On half of each tortilla, evenly distribute the shredded cheese, pork slices, sautéed vegetables, and chopped cilantro. Fold the tortillas in half to enclose the filling.

Step 6

Return the skillet to the heat and cook the quesadillas one or two at a time (depending on the size of your skillet) for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Step 7

Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately, garnished with avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1080.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.5

Total Fat 108.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 325.2mg	0%
Sodium 3612.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 138.0g	0%

Vitamin D 69.4IU	0%
Calcium 1962.3mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2949.8mg	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: 46.7%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 26.8%