Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas

Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas, a smoky twist on a classic favorite! Packed with bold flavors, this recipe combines the richness of smoky cheddar cheese with the crunch of sautéed red bell peppers, red onions, and just the right amount of heat from optional jalapeños. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbaceous brightness, while golden, buttery tortillas deliver a satisfying crispness. Perfect as an appetizer, lunch, or a quick weeknight dinner, these quesadillas come together in just 25 minutes and pair beautifully with zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this crowd-pleaser is sure to be a hit at any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Smoked cheddar cheese
• 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
• 1 small, diced Red onion
• 1 small, diced (optional) Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño pepper (if using). Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper and stir in the chopped cilantro. Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return it to the stove over medium heat.

Step 5

Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter evenly over one side of a tortilla. Place the tortilla butter-side down in the skillet.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1/2 cup of smoked cheddar cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Add a layer of the sautéed vegetables on top of the cheese.

Step 7

Carefully fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press down gently with a spatula to flatten.

Step 8

Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until golden and crisp, then carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining tortillas, butter, cheese, and vegetables.

Step 10

Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(696.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1880.4

Total Fat 134.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 315.8mg	0%
Sodium 4300.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 80.9g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 2482.1mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 650.4mg	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: 62.7%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 20.6%