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.

Keto Cheese Quesadilla
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

  1. 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.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  3. Divide the dough into two equal portions and flatten each portion into a round shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
  4. Cook each quesadilla in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  5. 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