Cheesy Bacon-Bean Quesadillas

Health score
6%
Cheesy Bacon-Bean Quesadillas
20 min.
8
477kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a dish that combines the irresistible flavors of cheese, bacon, and beans? Look no further than these Cheesy Bacon-Bean Quesadillas! Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 20 minutes—but also serves up to 8 hungry guests, making it ideal for family meals or entertaining friends.

Imagine biting into a warm, crispy tortilla filled with creamy refried beans, savory crumbled bacon, and a melty blend of Mexican cheeses. Each quesadilla is a delightful explosion of flavor, enhanced by the fresh crunch of scallions and the zesty kick of salsa. And let’s not forget the rich, tangy sour cream that perfectly complements every bite!

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying main course or a fun appetizer, these quesadillas are sure to please. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests with this cheesy, bacon-filled delight!

Ingredients

  • servings butter melted
  • 0.5 lb bacon crumbled cooked
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (
  • cup refried beans canned
  • cup salsa thick
  •  spring onion chopped
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup cream sour

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Top half of each tortilla with beans, cheese, bacon and scallions. Fold tortilla over filling; press down with back of pancake turner. Lightly brush melted butter on both sides of each filled tortilla.
  2. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 2 filled tortillas at a time 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and heated through.
  3. Cut into wedges.
  4. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories477kcal
Protein18.54%
Fat58.51%
Carbs22.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.38
Glycemic Load
6.91
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.32434792104%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:476.71kcal
23.84%
Fat:30.84g
47.45%
Saturated Fat:14.84g
92.76%
Carbohydrates:27.23g
9.08%
Net Carbohydrates:23.94g
8.71%
Sugar:4.84g
5.37%
Cholesterol:82.71mg
27.57%
Sodium:1362.49mg
59.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.99g
43.97%
Selenium:28.74µg
41.06%
Phosphorus:349.03mg
34.9%
Calcium:298.25mg
29.83%
Vitamin B3:5.14mg
25.7%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.36%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.33%
Vitamin A:712.19IU
14.24%
Zinc:2.1mg
14.02%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.15%
Fiber:3.29g
13.15%
Iron:2.32mg
12.91%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.49%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.11%
Folate:45.42µg
11.36%
Vitamin K:11.87µg
11.31%
Potassium:343.55mg
9.82%
Magnesium:32.9mg
8.23%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.21%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.52%
Copper:0.11mg
5.31%
Vitamin C:1.44mg
1.75%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%