Turkey and Cranberry Quesadillas

Popular
Health score
21%
Turkey and Cranberry Quesadillas
15 min.
1
648kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that combines the festive flavors of turkey and cranberry with the satisfying crunch of a quesadilla? Look no further! Our Turkey and Cranberry Quesadillas are not only popular but also incredibly easy to whip up in just 15 minutes, making them the perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a tasty treat.

Imagine biting into a warm, golden-brown quesadilla filled with tender shredded turkey, zesty jalapenos, and a hint of sweetness from cranberry sauce, all melted together with gooey cheese. This dish is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet, bringing together the best of holiday leftovers and everyday comfort food. With a caloric content of 648 kcal, it’s a satisfying meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or need a quick meal to fuel your day, these quesadillas are sure to impress. Plus, they’re easily customizable! Add more veggies, switch up the cheese, or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. So grab your frying pan and get ready to indulge in a scrumptious dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • handful cilantro leaves chopped
  • 8-inch flour tortillas ()
  •  green onion sliced
  • 0.5 cup cheese such as jack shredded
  • 0.5  jalapeño diced finely
  • 0.3 pound turkey shredded cooked
  • tablespoons cranberry sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a pan over medium heat, place one tortilla in and top with the half of the cheese followed by the turkey, cranberry sauce, jalapeno, green onion, cilantro and the remaining cheese and tortilla.Cook the quesadilla until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 2-4 minutes per side. (You can place a plate on top of the quesadilla in the pan and then flip it onto the plate and slide it from the plate back into the pan to easily flip it without loosing the contents.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories648kcal
Protein24.12%
Fat35.38%
Carbs40.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
157
Glycemic Load
16.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.585217289303%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.81mg
Quercetin
4.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:648.13kcal
32.41%
Fat:25.32g
38.96%
Saturated Fat:11.53g
72.08%
Carbohydrates:65.22g
21.74%
Net Carbohydrates:60.7g
22.07%
Sugar:14.55g
16.17%
Cholesterol:102.21mg
34.07%
Sodium:1197.48mg
52.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.84g
77.68%
Selenium:49.67µg
70.96%
Phosphorus:565.08mg
56.51%
Vitamin B3:10.94mg
54.69%
Calcium:453.64mg
45.36%
Vitamin K:47.59µg
45.32%
Vitamin B1:0.59mg
39.01%
Vitamin B12:2.26µg
37.65%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.61%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.5%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.57%
Folate:117.79µg
29.45%
Iron:5.03mg
27.95%
Zinc:3.69mg
24.63%
Fiber:4.52g
18.08%
Vitamin A:901.27IU
18.03%
Magnesium:58.86mg
14.71%
Vitamin C:11.94mg
14.47%
Potassium:430.13mg
12.29%
Copper:0.2mg
10.21%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.53%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.83%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.1%