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Shrimp Quesadillas with Cilantro and Lime

A quick and tasty recipe for shrimp quesadillas with a fresh cilantro and lime twist.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined medium size
  • 8 pieces Flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. 2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp mixture and cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
  3. 3. Wipe the skillet clean. Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle with cheese, add cooked shrimp, and top with cilantro. Place another tortilla on top.
  4. 4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. 5. Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Cilantro, Lime, Quesadillas, Shrimp
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