Description
A quick and delicious Mexican-inspired breakfast quesadilla made with fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a nutritious start to your day or a speedy meal anytime.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: diced bell peppers, onions, spinach, cooked bacon or sausage, salsa, or hot sauce
Main Ingredients
- 2 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Instructions
- Prepare the eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with salt and black pepper, and whisk them until well beaten to ensure a smooth scramble.
- Scramble the eggs: Heat the butter or oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and gently scramble until they are just cooked through but still moist. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
- Assemble the quesadilla: If needed, wipe the skillet clean. Place one tortilla in the pan over medium heat. Evenly sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the tortilla, then layer the scrambled eggs and any optional fillings you desire. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Top and cook: Place the second tortilla over the cheese and eggs. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom tortilla turns golden and the cheese begins to melt.
- Flip and finish cooking: Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the pan, slice into wedges, and serve warm with sides like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if preferred for dietary needs.
- This recipe is ideal for a quick breakfast or a fast dinner option.
- Complement with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 quesadilla
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
