Leftover Pork Quesadillas

Health score
13%
Leftover Pork Quesadillas
45 min.
4
331kcal

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Transform your leftover pork chops into a mouthwatering meal with these delicious Leftover Pork Quesadillas! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is not only a fantastic way to reduce food waste but also a delightful way to enjoy the rich flavors of your previous meal. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying dish that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

Imagine biting into a warm, crispy tortilla filled with tender slices of pork, vibrant roasted vegetables, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese, all enhanced by a hint of spice from pickled jalapeños. The combination of textures and flavors will have your taste buds dancing with joy! Plus, this recipe is versatile; feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients or whatever leftovers you have on hand.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, these quesadillas are easy to make and sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a comforting dish that brings together the best of both worlds—deliciousness and sustainability. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cup savory vegetable with fennel and carrots), coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon jalapeño peppers chopped
  • large flour tortilla 
  •  pork chops with fennel and carrots) cooked
  • cup monterrey jack cheese grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine roasted vegetables and jalapenos.
  2. Spread mixture on half of each of 4 tortillas. Thinly slice pork chops, discarding bones. Top vegetable mixture with pork and cheese; fold tortillas over filling.
  3. Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high. In two batches, cook quesadillas until cheese is melted, 2 minutes per side.
  4. Cut into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories331kcal
Protein30.81%
Fat43.37%
Carbs25.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.5
Glycemic Load
6.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.038260791613%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:330.82kcal
16.54%
Fat:15.87g
24.41%
Saturated Fat:7.96g
49.75%
Carbohydrates:21.25g
7.08%
Net Carbohydrates:18.32g
6.66%
Sugar:1.31g
1.45%
Cholesterol:70.03mg
23.34%
Sodium:485.62mg
21.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.36g
50.72%
Vitamin A:2572.91IU
51.46%
Selenium:33.16µg
47.36%
Vitamin B1:0.66mg
43.91%
Phosphorus:365.95mg
36.59%
Vitamin B3:7.28mg
36.42%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.74%
Calcium:271.18mg
27.12%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.08%
Zinc:2.26mg
15.05%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.49%
Potassium:411.58mg
11.76%
Fiber:2.93g
11.74%
Folate:46.83µg
11.71%
Iron:2.11mg
11.7%
Magnesium:42.94mg
10.74%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.8%
Copper:0.12mg
6.19%
Vitamin C:4.98mg
6.04%
Vitamin K:3.19µg
3.04%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.92%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.19%