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Cheesy Rice Quesadillas

Quick cheesy rice quesadillas with bell pepper and onion, perfect for a tasty vegetarian snack.

Cheesy Rice Quesadillas

Make quick and tasty cheesy rice quesadillas with simple ingredients. Perfect for a savory snack or light meal.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
10m
Rest time
1m
Total time
21m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 1 piece flour tortilla 25cm diameter
  • 100 g cooked white rice
  • 50 g shredded cheddar cheese
  • 10 g unsalted butter
  • 30 g green bell pepper diced
  • 20 g red onion diced
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch salt

Origins

Mexico

Instructions

  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt completely.
  3. Place one flour tortilla flat in the skillet.
  4. Evenly spread cooked white rice over half of the tortilla.
  5. Sprinkle diced green bell pepper and diced red onion over the rice.
  6. Add shredded cheddar cheese on top of the vegetables and rice.
  7. Season with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper.
  8. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  9. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
  10. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula.
  11. Cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
  12. Remove from skillet and let it rest for 1 minute before cutting into wedges.
  13. Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy rice quesadilla.

Tips

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
  • Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the tortilla before cheese melts.
  • Serve with salsa or sour cream for extra taste.

Serving Suggestions

  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • guacamole
  • fresh salad

Enjoy these cheesy rice quesadillas warm for a quick, tasty snack that satisfies your savory cravings.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1.5
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 2
  • Fat (g): 7
  • Carbohydrates (g): 28
  • Protein (g): 7
  • Calories: 210
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.02
  • Saturated Fat (g): 4

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