Turkey quesadilla

Tortillas filled with corn and bell peppers
Recipe credit

University of Minnesota Extension Department of Family, Health and Wellbeing

About this recipe

Serves
8
Serving size
1/8 of prepared recipe
Time to make
15 minutes preparation; 15 minutes cook time
Special criteria

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups chopped vegetables (tomatoes, green beans, peas, carrots, peppers, zucchini, etc.)
  • 8 whole wheat tortillas

Directions

  1. In a skillet, cook ground turkey until completely cooked. Drain and rinse.
  2. Add cheese and vegetables.
  3. Place 1/4 cup of turkey mixture on a tortilla. Fold over or roll.
  4. Heat and lightly brown in skillet or in the oven.

Tips and variations

  • Quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover cooked meats or vegetables. Just add them instead of the fresh ingredients.
  • Make half your plate vegetables! You can stretch food dollars and eat healthier by adding your favorite vegetable to your recipes. Experiment with new foods and have fun!

Nutritional info

Calories
236
Total fat
9.1 g
Saturated fat
3.5 g
Cholesterol
41.3 mg
Sodium
295 mg
Total carbohydrates
22.1 g
Dietary fiber
5.1 g
Protein
16.6 g
Total sugar
2.4 g
Allergens
Dairy
Wheat