Keto Cheese Quesadilla
This Keto Cheese Quesadilla is a delightful twist on a classic American snack, featuring a crispy low-carb tortilla filled with melted cheese and flavorful spices. Perfect for a quick meal or snack, it's satisfying without the carbs.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Almond flour - 1 cup
- Shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup
- Cream cheese - 2 tablespoons
- Egg - 1 large
- Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Sour cream - for serving
- Chopped fresh cilantro - for garnish
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, shredded mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, egg, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a dough forms.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions and flatten each portion into a round shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cook each quesadilla in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly. Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 18 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
- High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
Tags
AmericanKetoSnack