Ham and Egg Breakfast Quesadillas

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
18%
Ham and Egg Breakfast Quesadillas
15 min.
1
616kcal

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Craving a quick, satisfying, and gluten-free meal that’s packed with flavor? Look no further than these Ham and Egg Breakfast Quesadillas! Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delicious single-serving masterpiece. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch, a satisfying dinner, or a non-traditional breakfast twist, this quesadilla has you covered.

Forget boring breakfasts! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden-brown tortilla, revealing a warm, cheesy center filled with savory ham (or crispy bacon!), fluffy scrambled eggs, and a delightful kick from jalapenos and green onion. The blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses creates a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth experience that's simply irresistible. A spoonful of salsa or pico de gallo adds a fresh, vibrant touch that elevates the flavors to a whole new level.

This isn’t just any quesadilla; it's a customizable flavor adventure. The balance of protein, fat, and carbs makes it surprisingly filling, clocks in approximately 616 calories, and keeping you energized for hours. Perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekend mornings, this recipe lets you enjoy a restaurant-quality meal without the hassle.

So, grab your frying pan and get ready to create a quesadilla that will tantalize your taste buds! This recipe's so easy, this can quickly become your new go-to meal.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup ham crumbled cooked cut into small pieces or 2 slices bacon, and
  •  eggs scrambled style cooked
  •  green onion sliced
  • tablespoon jalapeños fresh sliced (pickled or )
  • 0.3 cup monterey jack shredded
  • tablespoon pico de gallo 
  • 0.3 cup cheddar shredded
  • 10-inch tortillas ()

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a pan over medium heat.
  2. Place the tortilla in the pan, sprinkle half of the cheese over half of the tortilla, followed by the ham, scrambled eggs, salsa, jalapenos, green onion and the remaining cheese.Fold the tortilla in half coving the filling and cook until the quesadilla is golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted, about 2-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories616kcal
Protein23.59%
Fat50.63%
Carbs25.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
152
Glycemic Load
11.52
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.86086957351%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Quercetin
2.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:615.6kcal
30.78%
Fat:34.36g
52.86%
Saturated Fat:16.12g
100.73%
Carbohydrates:39.36g
13.12%
Net Carbohydrates:36.18g
13.15%
Sugar:4.99g
5.55%
Cholesterol:401.38mg
133.79%
Sodium:1393.42mg
60.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.01g
72.02%
Selenium:60.44µg
86.35%
Phosphorus:664.09mg
66.41%
Calcium:574.09mg
57.41%
Vitamin B2:0.92mg
54.21%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.47%
Vitamin C:27.2mg
32.97%
Folate:130.76µg
32.69%
Vitamin K:34.3µg
32.67%
Vitamin B12:1.72µg
28.59%
Zinc:4.09mg
27.26%
Iron:4.78mg
26.58%
Vitamin A:1303.8IU
26.08%
Vitamin B3:4.46mg
22.3%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.17%
Vitamin B5:1.94mg
19.43%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
18.76%
Vitamin D:2.1µg
13.99%
Magnesium:51.8mg
12.95%
Fiber:3.18g
12.73%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.08%
Potassium:403.28mg
11.52%
Copper:0.2mg
10.18%