Easy Almond Quesadilla
Indulge in the delightful crunch of an Easy Almond Quesadilla, where creamy melted cheese meets the nutty goodness of sliced almonds. This quick and versatile dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll have a delicious meal ready in just minutes. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with friends, these quesadillas are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds (lightly toasted)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1/4 cup salsa (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- On one half of each tortilla, layer half of the shredded cheese, followed by sliced almonds and chopped spinach. Fold the tortilla in half.
- Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice into wedges.
- Serve with salsa on the side for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Substitute corn tortillas for added crunch. - Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for extra flavor. - Add diced bell peppers or cooked chicken for more protein.