Cheesy Breakfast Quesadilla

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A twist on the typical quesadilla that will help start your day!

Submitted by mjfara
Published on June 8, 2018
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
8 mins
Total Time:
18 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
1 quesadilla
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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

  • 4 slices ham, diced small

  • ¼ red bell pepper, diced small

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 (10 inch) flour tortillas

  • 6 slices mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ham and red bell pepper; cook and stir until slightly softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add eggs; cook, stirring gently, until scrambled and set, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

  2. Wipe out skillet and place 1 flour tortilla on the bottom. Place 3 slices of mozzarella cheese on top. Top with egg mixture and remaining 3 slices mozzarella cheese. Cover with second tortilla. Cook until golden, about 1 minute. Flip and continue cooking until second side is golden, about 1 minute more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

667 Calories
37g Fat
40g Carbs
43g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 667
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g 47%
Saturated Fat 16g 78%
Cholesterol 272mg 91%
Sodium 1841mg 80%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 14%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 43g 86%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 779mg 60%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 453mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.