Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Keto Tex-Mex
kcal: 420 per serving
Introduction:
Elevate your keto dinner game with these Keto Loaded Steak Quesadillas. Packed with succulent steak, melted cheese, and a medley of vegetables, these quesadillas bring a burst of Tex-Mex flavors to your table while keeping your carb intake in check. This recipe is a fantastic way to satisfy your cravings for a classic comfort food while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 low-carb tortillas (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the Steak:
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.
- Season the thinly sliced steak with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the steak for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sautรฉ the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of avocado oil.
- Sautรฉ the diced bell peppers and red onion until they are slightly softened and have a vibrant color.
- Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Place a low-carb tortilla on a clean surface.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese on half of the tortilla.
- Top with the cooked steak and sautรฉed vegetables.
- Sprinkle another layer of cheese on top.
- Cook the Quesadillas:
- Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling, creating a half-moon shape.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Cook the quesadilla on each side until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Note: You can also use a panini press or grill pan to achieve the perfect quesadilla texture.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 28g
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
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