Quesadillas de Calabacín

Quesadillas de Calabacín are a delicious and low-carb twist on traditional quesadillas, filled with fresh zucchini and creamy cheese. This keto-friendly snack is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, making it perfect for any time of the day.

Quesadillas de Calabacín
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
385 kcal

Ingredients

  • Zucchini - 200 grams, thinly sliced
  • Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
  • Cream cheese - 50 grams, softened
  • Almond flour - 50 grams
  • Egg - 1 large
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional)

Steps

  1. In a bowl, mix the almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until a dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough into two equal parts and flatten each into a round shape about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook each dough round for about 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden and cooked through, then remove from the skillet.
  5. In the same skillet, layer half of the cooked zucchini slices on one round, followed by half of the mozzarella and cream cheese.
  6. Top with another round of dough, pressing down gently.
  7. Cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the quesadilla is golden brown.
  8. Repeat the process for the second quesadilla.
  9. Slice into wedges and serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 385
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a keto diet.
  • Rich in fiber from zucchini, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MexicanKetoSnack