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Shrimp Quesadillas

Shrimp Quesadillas

Delicious Shrimp Quesadillas packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for quick evening dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Quesadilla Filling
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder for warmth
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika for smokiness
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin for earthy flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder for subtle garlic flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper for a touch of heat
Tortillas
  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas for healthier option
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese your choice for melting
Fresh Salsa
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh and juicy
  • 1 whole avocado diced
  • 2 tablespoon red onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until they turn opaque and pink.
  3. Prepare the salsa by combining tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Assemble the quesadillas with cooked shrimp and cheese on half of a tortilla.
  5. Cook the quesadilla on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Slice the quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with additional cilantro for a fresh touch.

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