Shrimp and Bell Pepper Quesadillas
Ingredients List
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 onion, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
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1 lime, juiced
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1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed
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6 large flour tortillas
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3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
Cooking Instructions
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In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell peppers, and cook while stirring until the onion becomes translucent and the peppers are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt, cumin, and chili powder, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly.
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Add the shrimp to the skillet, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and no longer pink in the middle. Remove from heat, then stir in the minced jalapeño and lime juice for added flavor.
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In a separate skillet, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the skillet and add about one-sixth of the shrimp mixture along with half a cup of Mexican cheese blend to one half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until the bottom is golden brown, approximately 5 minutes. Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until it’s also browned. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 753 | Calories |
| 37g | Fat |
| 68g | Carbs |
| 38g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 753 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 37g | 47% |
| Saturated Fat 18g | 92% |
| Cholesterol 180mg | 60% |
| Sodium 1788mg | 78% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin C 49mg | 54% |
| Calcium 621mg | 48% |
| Iron 6mg | 35% |
| Potassium 477mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5