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Quesadilla Burger

The Quesadilla Burger combines juicy beef patties with gooey cheese and fresh toppings, all enveloped in warm tortillas. It’s a fun and flavorful twist on classic comfort food that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds ground beef (96% lean)
  • 12 street taco-size flour tortillas
  • 12 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups Pico de Gallo
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup ketchup

Instructions

  • Shape ground beef into 6 thin hamburger patties.
  • Preheat grill to 400ºF and cook patties to an internal temperature of at least 165ºF.
  • While grilling, spray frying pan with cooking spray and toast tortillas for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • On a toasted tortilla, place a slice of cheddar cheese, stack a grilled burger, and another slice of cheese.
  • Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and 3/4 cup Pico de Gallo for sauce, and spread over burger.
  • Top with remaining Pico de Gallo and shredded lettuce, cover with another tortilla, then serve.

Notes

Choose lean beef for a healthier burger.
Don’t rush grilling to achieve juicy patties.
Experiment with different cheese types for varied flavors.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 35
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 100