When you're craving a cheeseburger, but you're also staying in alignment with your current goals, our Loaded Ground Turkey Cheeseburger Quesadilla is the perfect answer! This delicious, high-protein meal has all your favorite traditional cheeseburger flavors but without the excess fat and calories – it's a must-try!
Sometimes, a burger fits your macros, and sometimes it doesn't. When those times pop up, swapping for a lower-calorie option like this will help you feel just as satiated without having to sacrifice flavor. Give this recipe a try the next time you're craving a cheeseburger!
3 Reasons Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's loaded with flavor. You know how a burger with all the fixings offers such a flavorful delight? This Ground Turkey Cheeseburger Quesadilla offers the same! Between the ketchup, mustard, pickles, and cheddar cheese, you won't know you're eating a lightened-up version!
- Ready in 10 minutes. I love using this quesadilla burger for a quick at-home lunch. All you need is one pan and about 10 minutes!
- High-protein, low-calorie. When tracking macros, especially in a fat loss phase, we tend to seek recipes that are high in protein and lower in calories. This Ground Turkey Quesadilla fits the bill (and your macros!).
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“FHM Ground Turkey Cheeseburger Quesadilla”
Loaded Ground Turkey Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Packed with protein, loaded with flavor, and ready in 10 minutes or less, this Ground Turkey Cheeseburger Quesadilla has all the best components of a hearty cheeseburger, but without the extra calories.
Equipment
- 1 Small frying panm
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 3 oz. Lean ground turkey I used 93/7
- 1 tbsp Hamburger seasoning
- 1 Low-carb tortilla I used Mission Carb Balance
- 1 tbsp Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Yellow mustard
- 3-4 Pickle chips Chopped
- 1/4 cup Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Spray a small skillet over medium-high heat, add 3 oz. ground turkey. Chop into small pieces and allow to cook until no longer pink. Sprinkle with hamburger seasoning, mixing in well.
- Remove turkey burger from pan, set aside.
- Add tortilla to pan. Top tortilla with ½ shredded cheese, ground turkey, ketchup, mustard, pickles, and remaining cheese.
- Fold in half carefully, ensuring filling doesn’t spill out.
- Sear both sides of the tortilla until golden brown
- Remove from heat, and enjoy!
Notes
Serving size = whole recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 30gFat: 14gFiber: 15g
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