High-Protein Golden Cheese Quesadilla 🧀🌮

High Protein

Low Carb

10-Minute Recipe

Crispy, golden on the outside and wonderfully cheesy on the inside! This High-Protein Cheese Quesadilla is quick, satisfying, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a healthy snack. Made with protein-rich cheese and cottage cheese, it’s a delicious low-carb option that helps keep you full.

Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 large quesadilla

Ingredients

• 1 large low-carb, high-protein tortilla
• ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
• Pinch of black pepper
• 1 tsp olive oil or butter for cooking

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, combine mozzarella, cottage cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
2. Prepare tortilla: Lay the low-carb tortilla flat on a clean surface.
3. Add cheese: Spread the cheese mixture evenly over one half of the tortilla.
4. Fold: Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
5. Heat the pan: Heat olive oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
6. Cook: Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy.
7. Flip: Carefully flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the other side is golden.
8. Slice and serve: Remove from the pan, rest for 1 minute, and cut into triangles.

Estimated Nutrition

~390

Calories

~35g

Protein

~8g

Net carbs

~23g

Fat

Approximate values for one quesadilla. Actual macros depend on the tortilla and cheese brands.

Best Serving Suggestions

• Fresh avocado slices
• Homemade sugar-free salsa
• Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
• Fresh cilantro
• Sliced cucumber

Weight-Loss Tip: Use a low-calorie high-protein tortilla, reduced-fat cheese, and minimal cooking oil. Enjoy one quesadilla as a filling meal or snack.

Storage: Best eaten fresh while crispy. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet.