Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Southwest Ground Beef Quesadillas, a dish that combines savory taco-seasoned ground beef with vibrant vegetables and gooey cheese, all nestled in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party platter, these quesadillas are not only easy to make but also customizable with your choice of toppings. Pair them with fresh salsa, creamy guacamole, or zesty sour cream for an extra burst of flavor. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Get ready for cheesy goodness in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 White Onion (diced)
- 1 Poblano Pepper (diced)
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 15 oz can Black Beans (undrained)
- 10 oz can Corn
- Salt (to taste)
- 16 Tortillas
- 24 oz Shredded Cheese (Colby jack and Oaxaca blend)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and poblano pepper; cook until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Push veggies to one side; add ground beef and brown it, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Mix in taco seasoning, corn, and undrained black beans; heat through for 2-3 minutes, then simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer filling to a bowl and wipe out the skillet.
- Lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray or oil. Place a tortilla in the skillet; add shredded cheese on one half, followed by filling and more cheese. Fold over and cook until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Quesadilla (approx. 112g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg