Shrimp Quesadilla with Melty Cheese
These quick and easy shrimp quesadillas combine the elegance of seafood with cheesy goodness, a flavor-packed dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time:
30 minutes - Yield:
4 servings 1x - Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Seafood
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Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of
1 lime - 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp in a bowl with garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Add the diced bell peppers and onions, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Remove the shrimp mixture from the skillet and set aside, wiping the skillet clean.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese on one half.
- Layer the shrimp mixture on top of the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the shrimp.
- Fold the tortilla over and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling, serving hot with lime wedges and extra cilantro on the side.
Notes
Pair with guacamole, salsa, or a simple side salad. Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat:
23g - Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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