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Shrimp quesadillas on a white plate with a side of cilantro lime crema next to it

Shrimp Quesadillas

The Wholesome Spoon
Quesadillas are a fav at our house because they're easily customizable, delicious, and super easy to make! These Shrimp Quesadillas were the perfect way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo this year! The ooey gooey center, the spice and flavor profile of those perfectly cooked shrimp, the sweet pepper, oh and let's not forget about that INCREDIBLE homemade Cilantro Lime Crema to dunk it in! Such a winner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Mexican-American
Servings 5
Calories 472 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 5 taco sized flour tortillas
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese
  • ½ cup yellow pepper diced
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • 2 tbsp cilantro minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp oregano
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Cilantro Lime Crema for dipping - store-bought or try my homemade recipe!

Instructions
 

  • On a paper towel lined plate, pat shrimp dry.
  • In a large skillet on medium heat, melt butter.
  • Add onion and pepper, cook for a minute. Stir in garlic, cook for one minute more, until fragrant.
  • Place shrimp in the pan and all seasonings. Stir occasionally and cook 2-3 minutes, until shrimp are pink.
  • Remove contents of the pan and place into a large bowl. Cover with foil to keep warm until ready to use.
  • Wipe out skillet and place tortilla in the pan on medium heat.
  • Add some cheese, cilantro, and using a slotted spoon add some of the shrimp mixture to one side of the tortilla. Add a bit more cheese, fold the tortilla over, and cook about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Repeat with remaining ingredients. Be mindful of your heat, you may need to turn it down to low, so you don't burn your tortillas!
  • Serve Shrimp Quesadillas with Cilantro Lime Crema dipping sauce and additional cilantro for garnish, if desired!

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 1010mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 420IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 430mgIron: 1.4mg

Please be aware that nutritional values are approximate and intended as a helpful guide

Keyword Cilantro Lime Crema, Mexican Recipes with Shrimp, Quesadilla Recipes, Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe, Shrimp Recipes
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