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High Protein Shrimp Quesadillas

High Protein Shrimp Quesadillas: 4 Delicious Variations


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Crispy shrimp quesadillas packed with lean protein and topped with fresh avocado tomato salsa for a healthy, flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 2 tbsp red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Season and cook shrimp until opaque.
  2. Prepare fresh tomato avocado salsa.
  3. Assemble quesadillas with cheese and shrimp.
  4. Cook until golden and cheese melts, then slice and serve.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 min
    • Cook Time: 20 min
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Grilling
    • Cuisine: Mexican

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
    • Calories: 480 kcal
    • Sugar: 3 g
    • Sodium: 800 mg
    • Fat: 20 g
    • Saturated Fat: 10 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 35 g
    • Fiber: 5 g
    • Protein: 38 g
    • Cholesterol: 200 mg

    Keywords: High Protein Shrimp Quesadillas, Healthy Quesadillas, Shrimp Recipes