30-Minute Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe for Irresistible Cheesy Bliss
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A quick and flavorful shrimp quesadilla with melty cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Author: Itssoukaina123
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Season shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté in a skillet for 3–4 minutes until pink.
- In the same skillet, cook red pepper and onion for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Assemble by placing cheese, shrimp, sautéed veggies, and more cheese on half of each tortilla. Fold and press lightly.
- Cook each folded tortilla in a buttered skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
- Slice into wedges, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Use Monterey Jack for extra creaminess.
- Serve with sour cream or guacamole if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg