Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe: An Indulgent Twist on a Classic
Enjoy a deliciously indulgent take on the classic quesadilla with this Smashburger-inspired recipe, featuring juicy beef and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Remove the beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add a little vegetable oil.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet, and add half of the cooked beef, followed by half of the cheese, tomatoes, jalapeños, and green onions.
- Top with another tortilla and cook until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and brown the other side.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Cut into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding your favorite salsa or hot sauce.
- Ensure the tortillas are warm for easier handling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg