Low-Carb Beef Quesadillas (Diabetic-Friendly)

Ingredients:

• 1 low-carb tortilla (whole wheat or almond flour-based)

• 1/2 cup lean ground beef (95% lean or ground turkey for lighter option)

• 1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)

• 2 tbsp diced onions & peppers (bell peppers or jalapeños for spice)

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1/2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Nonstick spray or 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Cook the beef filling

   • Heat a small skillet over medium heat.

   • Add lean ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).

   • Drain any excess fat if needed.

   • Stir in onions, peppers, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until veggies soften.

2. Assemble the quesadilla

   • Lay your low-carb tortilla flat.

   • Sprinkle half the cheese over one side, then spoon the beef mixture on top.

   • Add the rest of the cheese and fold tortilla in half.

3. Cook the quesadilla

   • Lightly coat a skillet with nonstick spray or a little olive oil.

   • Place the folded tortilla in skillet over medium-low heat.

   • Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.

4. Slice & Serve

   • Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice into wedges.

   • Serve with sugar-free salsa, Greek yogurt, or guacamole.

✅ Low-carb
✅ High-protein

Ingredients:

• 1 low-carb tortilla (whole wheat or almond flour-based)

• 1/2 cup lean ground beef (95% lean or ground turkey for lighter option)

• 1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)

• 2 tbsp diced onions & peppers (bell peppers or jalapeños for spice)

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1/2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Nonstick spray or 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Cook the beef filling

   • Heat a small skillet over medium heat.

   • Add lean ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).

   • Drain any excess fat if needed.

   • Stir in onions, peppers, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until veggies soften.

2. Assemble the quesadilla

   • Lay your low-carb tortilla flat.

   • Sprinkle half the cheese over one side, then spoon the beef mixture on top.

   • Add the rest of the cheese and fold tortilla in half.

3. Cook the quesadilla

   • Lightly coat a skillet with nonstick spray or a little olive oil.

   • Place the folded tortilla in skillet over medium-low heat.

   • Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.

4. Slice & Serve

   • Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice into wedges.

   • Serve with sugar-free salsa, Greek yogurt, or guacamole.

✅ Low-carb
✅ High-protein
✅ Diabetic-friendly & super satisfying!

✅ Diabetic-friendly & super satisfying!