Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that transforms ordinary leftovers into an extraordinary culinary experience! Our Light Cranberry Turkey Quesadilla is the perfect blend of savory shredded turkey, sweet cranberry sauce, and melty low-fat cheese, all wrapped in a crispy whole wheat tortilla. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's both delicious and nutritious - perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunch cravings!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the cooked turkey is shredded into small, uniform pieces.
- Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Lay out one whole wheat tortilla on a clean surface and spread half of the cranberry sauce evenly across the tortilla.
- Distribute half of the shredded turkey over the cranberry sauce, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle half of the low-fat shredded cheese over the turkey, covering the surface.
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Carefully fold the tortilla in half, creating a half-moon shape, pressing gently to seal.
- Transfer the quesadilla to the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before cutting into triangular wedges.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortilla and ingredients to make the second quesadilla.
- Serve immediately while warm, optionally with additional cranberry sauce or a light yogurt dip on the side.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for more even melting and better flavor distribution.
- Ensure your skillet is preheated to medium heat to achieve that perfect golden-brown crispiness.
- Don't overstuff your quesadilla - this can make folding and flipping difficult.
- Press down gently with a spatula while cooking to help the cheese melt and ingredients adhere.
- Let the quesadilla rest for a minute after cooking to allow the cheese to set and make cutting easier.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly brush the outside of the tortilla with additional olive oil.
- Experiment with additional herbs or spices like cilantro or cumin to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg
