Beef Quesadilla

A Beef Quesadilla is a popular Mexican-inspired dish where seasoned, shredded beef is folded inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese and often other fillings, then pan-fried until golden and crispy. It's a hearty, savory meal that's become a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine and casual dining. The dish is typically served with sides like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein from the beef and fat from the cheese and cooking oil, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the flour tortilla. A typical serving provides a good source of iron and calcium, and can range from 400 to 600 calories depending on size and added ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	520 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	980 mg
Calcium	300 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	6 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	4.5 mg

Per 1 quesadilla (280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The quesadilla is a perfect example of culinary adaptation, taking the traditional Mexican concept of a cheese-filled tortilla and evolving it with hearty beef fillings to suit American appetites. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense meal that can be a good source of sustained energy due to its balance of protein, fats, and carbs.