Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- Tortillas (whole-grain, flour, or corn): 1 large (10-inch) tortilla per quesadilla
- Shredded Cheese: ½ cup (cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)
- Olive Oil: 1 teaspoon or cooking spray
Optional Add-ins
Protein Options
- Shredded chicken (e.g., buffalo chicken)
- Ground beef or turkey
- Black beans or refried beans
- Plant-based protein (e.g., tofu, tempeh, or chickpeas)
Vegetables
- Diced bell peppers
- Spinach or kale
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Sliced onions or mushrooms
Seasonings and Extras
- Smoked paprika, cumin, or chili powder
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice for zest
Serving Suggestions
- Guacamole, salsa, or pico de gallo
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Hot sauce for an extra kick
Feel free to mix and match ingredients to create the air fryer quesadilla that fits your taste!
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 350°F and let it preheat for 3-5 minutes. This ensures even cooking and perfect crispiness.
Step 2: Prepare the Tortilla
- Lightly brush olive oil or spray one side of a tortilla with cooking spray.
- Lay the tortilla flat, oil side down, on a clean surface.
Step 3: Add the Fillings
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese (about ¼ cup) on half of the tortilla.
- Add your choice of protein (e.g., shredded chicken, black beans) and vegetables (e.g., spinach, diced peppers).
- Top with another ¼ cup of shredded cheese to help the tortilla stick together.
- Fold the tortilla in half to form a semi-circle.
Step 4: Place in the Air Fryer
- Carefully place the folded tortilla into the air fryer basket, oil side down.
- If needed, secure the edges with a toothpick to prevent it from opening.
Step 5: Cook the Quesadilla
- Cook for 4 minutes on one side.
- Flip the quesadilla gently and cook for an additional 4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the quesadilla from the air fryer using tongs.
- Let it cool slightly, then cut into wedges.
- Serve with your favorite dips like guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (based on a 10-inch tortilla with cheese and chicken)
- Calories: 514 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 644 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g (includes monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats)
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 92 mg