Quesadillas With Avocado Smash Recipe

Name: Quesadillas With Avocado Smash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 medium red onion, finely chopped; 1 lb ground beef; 1 pkg (1 oz) taco seasoning mix; 1 can (11 oz) Mexicorn, drained and rinsed; 8 large (8 inches) flour tortillas; 3/4 cup coarsely grated Cheddar cheese; 1 large avocado, coarsely mashed; 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice; 1 None fresh long red chili pepper, finely chopped; None None Sour cream, to serve

Servings: persons

1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 pkg (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
1 can (11 oz) Mexicorn, drained and rinsed
8 large (8 inches) flour tortillas
3/4 cup coarsely grated Cheddar cheese
1 large avocado, coarsely mashed
1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
1 None fresh long red chili pepper, finely chopped
None None Sour cream, to serve

1
Heat oil in a large skillet on high heat. Add garlic, onion and ground beef; cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up lumps, for 8-10 mins or until beef is browned. Add taco seasoning mix, corn mixture and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
2
Preheat a sandwich press or a medium nonstick skillet on medium heat. Spray one side of 4 tortillas with no stick cooking spray. Place tortillas, oiled-side down, on a flat surface. Top each with 1 1/2 tbsp cheese, 1/4 of the beef mixture, then another 1 1/2 tbsp cheese. Top with remaining tortillas; spray with cooking spray.
3
For the avocado smash, place avocado, juice and chili pepper in medium bowl. Stir to combine.
4
Toast quesadillas in batches in press or skillet for 2-3 mins, turning, or until tortillas are crisp and golden and cheese is melted. Cut quesadillas into wedges. Serve with Avocado Smash and sour cream.

1239

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 medium red onion, finely chopped, 1 lb ground beef, and more.

Yes, Quesadillas With Avocado Smash falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quesadillas With Avocado Smash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions