Shrimp and Jalapeño Quesadilla
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Shrimp and Jalapeño Quesadilla, a quick and easy dinner perfect for any occasion! This grilled delight features tender shrimp combined with spicy jalapeños and gooey cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or enjoying a family meal, these quesadillas are sure to impress. The smoky char from the grill elevates every bite, while customizable ingredients allow you to tailor the dish to your taste. Serve warm with fresh guacamole or salsa for a delightful experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 quesadillas per serving) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 cooked shrimp
- 3 green onions
- 3 jalapeño peppers
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 6–8 medium soft flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt for seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by peeling and cutting into smaller pieces. Slice green onions and mince jalapeños.
- In a medium bowl, mix shrimp, green onions, minced jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, and salt until combined.
- Scoop the mixture onto half of each tortilla and sprinkle with cheese. Fold over to enclose the filling.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Grill quesadillas for 6-8 minutes until tortillas are brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the grill, cut into wedges, and serve warm with guacamole or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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