Beef, Tomato & Mozzarella Quesadillas

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3
Beef, Tomato & Mozzarella Quesadillas for a delightful meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

olive oil flavored cooking spray
400 g lean ground beef
2 garlic cloves , crushed
60 ml Old El Paso taco sauce
1 tablespoon mexican taco seasoning
1 tablespoon water
4 green shallots , ends trimmed , thinly sliced diagonally
1 packet bazaar flour tortillas
85 g coarsely grated light mozzarella cheese
2 ripe tomatoes , thinly sliced
75 g baby spinach leaves
1 ripe avocado , halved , stone removed , peeled , coarsely chopped
60 g feta-stuffed olives , green , halved lengthways
lemon wedge , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
616
Sugar
5g
Fat
34g
Beef, Tomato & Mozzarella Quesadillas are a delicious and flavorful take on traditional quesadillas. The combination of seasoned ground beef, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy olives make for a satisfying and well-rounded meal. The melted mozzarella cheese adds a cheesy goodness that satisfies the taste buds. It's easy to make and a crowd-pleaser dish that everyone in the family will love. The best part is that it can be served as a lunch or dinner option, or even as a snack when cut into smaller wedges.

Instructions

1.Heat a large non-stick frying pan over high heat. Spray with cooking oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, for 5-6 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
2.Add taco sauce, seasoning, water and shallot to the beef. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until well combined.
3.Place a tortilla on a clean work surface. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese, leaving a 2cm-wide border. Top with 1/4 of the beef mixture, 1/4 of the tomato slices, 1/4 of the spinach leaves and a sprinkle of avocado and olives.
4.Fold tortilla over to cover filling. Press edges together to seal. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 quesadillas.
5.Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 quesadilla and cook for 1-2 minutes each side or until tortillas are golden brown and crisp and cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining quesadillas.
6.Cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

PROS

Beef, Tomato & Mozzarella Quesadillas are a delicious and satisfying meal that are perfect for any time of day.

They are easy to make, and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

This meal can be high in calories and fat, especially if full fat cheese is used.
Be mindful with portion control.

It can also be high in sodium and may not be suitable for those with high blood pressure or heart conditions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains several nutritious ingredients, including lean beef, spinach leaves, avocado, and tomatoes. These ingredients are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The antioxidants found in tomatoes may reduce the risk of certain diseases, and the heart-healthy monounsaturated fats found in avocado may help lower cholesterol levels. However, consuming too much of this dish can increase calorie intake, so it’s important to enjoy in moderation.

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