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two queso fresco quesadillas with salsa on a white plate
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Queso Fresco Quesadillas

These quesadillas are very simple to make but they are full of flavor. They are ideal for a snack or lunch. Add a soup and you will have a meatless meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 8 quesadillas
Calories: 177kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 regular size corn tortillas
  • 10 oz queso fresco
  • Pico de gallo salsa learn how to make it with our recipe. *

Instructions

  • I recommend buying fresh corn tortillas; the fresher the better.
  • Prepare the pico de gallo and place it in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • Cut the queso fresco in long slices. Set aside.
  • Heat the tortillas on a comal, a pan or griddle, until warm and soft. Transfer them to a tortilla warmer (tortillero)
  • I don’t recommend trying to melt the queso fresco on the tortilla while warming the tortilla. First, it doesn’t melt the way you would expect, and second, it will just make your quesadilla soggy.
  • Take one of the tortillas add a slice (or two) of queso fresco and pico de gallo to taste. That’s it, enjoy!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Queso Fresco Quesadillas
Amount per Serving
Calories
177
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
25
mg
8
%
Sodium
 
316
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
199
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
5
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
280
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
 
37
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Antojitos Mexicanos, Appetizer, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: easy appetizer, queso fresco quesadilla

Notes

Of course, there are an infinite number of fantastic variations on the basic quesadilla. Try different types of cheese, salsa, add guacamole, lettuce, mango, or almost anything that catches your fancy. Check out our Quesadilla Bar ideas.
Or other salsa of your choice like green salsa, red salsa, or avocado salsa.