Start your day off right with these delicious Breakfast Quesadillas! Perfectly cheesy and packed with fresh veggies, they’re a satisfying way to fuel your morning.
Tips for Success
This part’s so satisfying: watching the cheese melt and the tortillas crisp up! Make sure to keep an eye on the heat to avoid burning.
Serving Suggestions
These quesadillas are fantastic on their own, but don’t forget the toppings!
Ingredients
- Egg Mixture:
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- Filling:
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- Tortilla and Cheese:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture:
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Step 1- Beat the eggs: In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with the salt and several grinds of pepper.
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Step 2- Cook the Filling: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the scallions and spinach and cook until the spinach is just wilted, about 1 minute. Add the eggs and scramble until just set, about 1 minute. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Step 3- Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay the tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half the cheese evenly over one half of each tortilla, leaving the other half bare. Evenly distribute the egg mixture and jalapeño slices over the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese. Fold the bare half of each tortilla over the fillings to create a half-moon shape.
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Step 4- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a dry cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. When hot, add two of the quesadillas and cook until the cheese is melted and the quesadillas are browned on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. If the tortillas are browning faster than the cheese is melting, reduce the heat. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
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Step 5- Serve: Slice and serve with salsa, hot sauce, avocado, sour cream, and/or lime wedges for squeezing, as desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350, Fat: 22g, Carbs: 20g, Protein: 20g
Cooking techniques
Cooking Techniques
Scrambling eggs is a quick technique that keeps them fluffy. Make sure to cook on medium heat to avoid overcooking. For the quesadillas, using a cast iron skillet helps achieve a perfect crisp!
Variations or substitutions
Variations
Feel free to swap out the cheese for your favorite variety or add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. You can also use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option!
Storage tips
Storage Tips
Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to keep them crispy!
Notes
Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of jalapeño!
