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Quick Chorizo, Tomato and Cheese Quesadilla recipe
A crisp, golden quesadilla filled with smoky chorizo, juicy tomatoes and melted cheese, finished with a kick of hot sauce. It’s a speedy, satisfying dish with bold flavour and plenty of gooey comfort.
15 min · Easy · Mexican-inspired Jump to method
Ingredients
- 120g Chorizo Sausages
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 120g Cheese
- 1 tbsp Hot Sauce
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 442 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Fat | 33 g |
| Saturated fat | 15 g |
| Fibre | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 1.4 mg |
Why this works
A rich, savoury quesadilla that is high in protein and energy, but also high in saturated fat and salt due to the chorizo and cheese.
Protein from cheese and chorizo. Provides a decent amount of protein per serving, which can support satiety and muscle maintenance.
Lycopene and vitamin C from tomatoes. Tomatoes contribute antioxidants, including lycopene, plus some vitamin C, though the amount is modest per serving.
High salt and saturated fat. Chorizo and cheese make this dish relatively high in sodium and saturated fat, so it is best enjoyed occasionally if you are watching heart health.
Method
- Slice the chorizo sausages into small rounds and dice the tomatoes.
- Cook the chorizo in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until the fat has rendered and the slices are crisp at the edges.
- Add the tomatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes until they start to soften and become saucy.
- Grate the cheese if needed, then sprinkle it over one tortilla half along with the chorizo and tomato mixture and a few dashes of hot sauce.
- Fold the tortilla over and cook in the pan for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese has melted.
- Repeat with the second quesadilla, then slice and serve hot.
- Use the hot sauce to drizzle over the quesadilla or serve on the side for dipping.
Prefer the classic version? Honey Pear Breakfast Quesadillas
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