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Quick Ham and Cheese Quesadilla

Quick Ham and Cheese Quesadilla

Lunch
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
10min
Servings
1
Calories
725
Chef's Note

For extra flavor without adding complexity, try using flavored ham varieties like honey or smoked. The Greek yogurt makes a healthier alternative to sour cream while adding extra protein to help meet your macro goals.

Tags
quick
lunch
ham
cheese
quesadilla
high-protein
balanced
dairy
Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
  • 2 each large flour tortillas

  • 6 oz deli ham, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

  • 2 each green onions

  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper

  • 1 spray cooking spray

  • 1/4 cup salsa

  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions
  • 1

    Thinly slice 2 green onions and dice 1/4 cup of red bell pepper.

  • 2

    Place one flour tortilla on a clean work surface.

  • 3

    Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of monterey jack cheese evenly over the entire tortilla.

  • 4

    Arrange 6 oz of ham slices evenly over half of the tortilla.

  • 5

    Sprinkle the sliced green onions and diced red bell pepper over the ham.

  • 6

    Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar and 1/4 cup of monterey jack cheese over the vegetables.

  • 7

    Fold the tortilla in half to create a half-moon shape.

  • 8

    Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray.

  • 9

    Carefully transfer the quesadilla to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.

  • 10

    Flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.

  • 11

    Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute before cutting into triangles.

  • 12

    Serve with 1/4 cup salsa and 1/4 cup Greek yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
725
Calories
63g
Protein
63g
Carbs
24g
Fat

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