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Lean Beef Quesadilla with Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese

Healthy and Delicious Lean Beef Quesadillas

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Lean Beef Quesadilla with Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese

About this recipe

Savor the taste of these nutritious lean beef quesadillas, made with part-skim mozzarella cheese and whole wheat tortillas. This recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy meal, offering a delectable blend of flavors without compromising on health. Ideal for a busy weeknight, these quesadillas are both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1/2 cup part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned.

  2. 2

    Add onion, green pepper, red pepper, cumin, black pepper, and salt; cook until vegetables are tender.

  3. 3

    Place a tortilla in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Spread 1/4 cup cheese over half of the tortilla.

  5. 5

    Add 1/4 of the beef mixture over the cheese.

  6. 6

    Fold the tortilla in half and cook until cheese melts and tortilla is golden brown.

  7. 7

    Repeat with remaining tortillas, cheese, and beef mixture.

  8. 8

    Serve with salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, you can season the beef mixture with chili flakes or add a squeeze of lime juice. Experiment with avocado or black beans for added nutrition.

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