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Cheeseburger Quesadillas

Indulgent Cheeseburger Quesadillas for Quick Dinner Bliss

These Cheeseburger Quesadillas combine the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Special Sauce
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup use barbecue sauce for an alternative flavor
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice replace with lemon juice for a different acidity
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard Dijon mustard can be used for more depth
  • a dash Worcestershire sauce can be omitted if unavailable
For the Quesadillas
  • 1 pound ground beef use 80/20 for best flavor or substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 4 large flour tortillas use whole wheat or low-carb tortillas if preferred
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese pepper jack offers a spicier alternative
  • ½ cup dill pickle chips can be omitted or swapped with jalapeños
For the Wedge Salad
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce romaine can be used instead for a slight variation
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered for ease
  • 1 shallot substitute with green onions or red onion if desired

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, blend together the special sauce ingredients until smooth and well combined, then set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, then drain excess fat.
  3. In the same skillet, layer one flour tortilla with shredded cheddar cheese, a portion of the beef mixture, and optional pickle slices, then fold and cook until golden brown.
  4. Flip the quesadilla carefully and cook until crispy and the cheese is melted.
  5. Assemble salad plates with wedge lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and shallots, drizzling with the special sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These Cheeseburger Quesadillas are quick to assemble and incredibly satisfying, perfect for any weeknight dinner.

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