Quesadilla Salvadoreña
Quesadilla Salvadoreña is a sweet, dense cheese bread or cake from El Salvador, distinct from the Mexican savory quesadilla. It's made primarily with rice flour, cheese, eggs, and sugar, often flavored with vanilla and sesame seeds, then baked until golden. It's a beloved treat enjoyed as a snack or dessert throughout Central America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat due to its rice flour and cheese base, providing a good source of energy and calcium. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories, with significant protein from the cheese and eggs.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a unique fusion of indigenous and Spanish culinary influences, transforming simple ingredients into a celebratory food. Nutritionally, the use of rice flour makes it naturally gluten-free, and the cheese adds a savory depth that balances the sweetness.
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