Shrimp Quesadilla

Elevate your taco night with these irresistibly flavorful Shrimp Quesadillas! Packed with succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder, these quesadillas deliver a satisfying kick of bold spices. Each crispy tortilla is loaded with melted cheddar cheese, vibrant red bell peppers, sweet onions, and a hint of fresh cilantro, creating the perfect balance of textures and flavors. In just 30 minutes, this easy one-skillet recipe transforms simple pantry ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish that’s perfect for a busy weeknight meal or a weekend gathering. Serve your shrimp quesadillas hot with a dollop of sour cream and your favorite salsa for an unforgettable Tex-Mex experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 4 medium flour tortillas
• 200 g shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 sour cream (optional)
• 0 salsa (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by marinating the shrimp. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Mix well to ensure shrimp are fully coated with the marinade. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Dice the red bell pepper and slice the red onion thinly. Chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp along with any excess marinade to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Wipe out the skillet if necessary and lower the heat to medium. Place one tortilla in the skillet.

Step 5

Sprinkle about 50g of shredded cheddar cheese over half of the tortilla, then layer with a quarter of the cooked shrimp, diced bell peppers, sliced onions, and chopped cilantro. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.

Step 6

Cook the quesadilla for about 2-3 minutes per side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Step 7

Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 8

Cut each quesadilla into thirds or quarters. Serve hot with optional sour cream and salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1859.4

Total Fat 109.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 701.8mg	0%
Sodium 4092.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 126.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1944.6mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1169.0mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 22.0%