Description
The Cold Turkey Quesadilla is a delightful way to use up leftover roasted turkey, featuring a crispy tortilla filled with tender turkey, gooey cheese, and flavorful spices. It's an easy, nutritious meal perfect for family gatherings or a quick lunch.
Ingredients
2 cups Cold Cooked Turkey Breast, shredded or diced
4 large Whole Grain or Almond Flour Tortillas
1.5 cups Shredded Grass-Fed Cheddar or Mozzarella
2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons Red Onion, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Cumi
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine your shredded turkey, diced red onions, cilantro, smoked paprika, and cumin. Toss gently to coat the turkey with spices
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of Avocado Oil, swirling to coat the surface
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat in the skillet. Sprinkle cheese over one half of the tortilla, then add the seasoned turkey mixture, followed by more cheese. Fold the tortilla over
- Sear the Quesadilla: Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then carefully flip and cook the second side for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted
- Rest and Slice: Remove from heat, let sit for 60 seconds, then slice into triangles
Notes
For meal prep, you can make the filling in advance and assemble the quesadilla later.
Use parchment paper between leftovers to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg