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Delicious Smashburger Quesadillas served with toppings and sauces

Smashburger Quesadillas

Delicious quesadillas combining the flavors of a classic smash burger with gooey melted cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef You can use leaner ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Feel free to swap out for your favorite cheese variety.
Optional Toppings
  • pickles For serving
  • diced onions For serving
  • burger sauce For serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Press a small handful of ground beef directly onto one half of each tortilla. Season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Cook the beef side down for about 2-3 minutes until it’s nicely browned.
  4. Carefully flip the tortilla, sprinkle the cooked beef with cheese, and fold it in half.
  5. Grill both sides until crispy and the cheese has melted.
  6. Slice into wedges and serve with your favorite burger toppings or dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For serving, you can pair with crunchy chips and salsa, fresh guacamole, or a side salad. Top with your favorite fixings for extra flavor. If you have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

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