Description
Guacamole quesadillas are a delicious fusion of creamy avocado and melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful treats bring the flavors of a fiesta right to your kitchen. Easy to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors, they’re great as an appetizer or a satisfying main dish. Whether for game day or a cozy night in, guacamole quesadillas are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the guacamole by mashing the avocados in a bowl and mixing in lime juice, garlic powder, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Lay one tortilla flat and spread guacamole on half. Top with shredded cheeses before folding over.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease if desired. Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then cut into wedges. Serve warm with salsa or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg