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Tuna Quesadilla Melts {20-Minute Meal}

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ ½ cup sour cream light or regular
  • ½ ½ cup mayonnaise light or regular
  • 2 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce OR 1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder (see note)
  • ½ ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ ½ teaspoon salt I use coarse, kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • zest of 1 lime about a teaspoon
  • 20 20 ounces canned tuna well drained (I prefer albacore tuna packed in water)
  • 12 (8-inch) 12 (8-inch) flour tortillas (see note)
  • 3 3 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayo, cilantro, chipotle peppers or chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and lime zest. Add the tuna and mix until evenly combined. Add additional salt to taste, if needed.
  2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese (or more, depending on how cheesy you want them) evenly on a tortilla. Top with spoonfuls of the tuna mixture, spreading into a somewhat even layer (it doesn't have to be perfect). Sprinkle with a little more cheese and top with another tortilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas. I get about six quesadillas total.
  3. Preheat griddle (can use a skillet on the stovetop) to medium heat. I set my electric griddle to 350 degrees F. When the griddle is hot, cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted. Let rest for a minute or so; cut into triangles and serve warm.

Notes

  • Peppers: I've made this recipe with chipotle peppers and another batch with chili powder and loved both versions. If you are a fan of the delicious, smoky flavor of chipotle peppers, it's worth using them in this recipe (I use the jarred chipotle peppers so the leftovers can be easily stored in the refrigerator).
  • Creaminess: if you want the tuna mixture a little less creamy, use only 1/3 cup of both mayo and sour cream.
  • Tortillas: I've used everything from corn tortillas, flour tortillas (the kind you cook yourself on a griddle before using), corn + wheat tortillas (Trader Joes' brand) and gluten-free flour tortillas in this recipe with good results. A lot will simply depend on what kind of tortillas you prefer.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 547kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 94mg (31%) Sodium 1326mg (55%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 547kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 94mg 31%
Sodium 1326mg 55%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.