Easy Beef Quesadillas
Looking for a quick and easy beef quesadillas recipe that your whole family will love? These quesadillas are packed with seasoned beef, hidden veggies and gooey melted cheese for a weeknight dinner that’s both tasty and nutritious. If you love simple, flavour-packed meals, check out my one pot macaroni mince. It’s guaranteed to be a hit with the kids!
In just 20 minutes, you can have golden quesadillas ready to serve alongside sour cream, guacamole or a simple salad. Perfect for busy mums and dads who want a fuss-free dinner that still feels homemade. The crispy tortilla, savoury beef and melty cheese make this dish an instant crowd-pleaser and you can sneak in extra veggies like zucchini and carrot without anyone noticing!
This recipe has become our go-to weeknight dinner. It’s fast, simple and perfect for busy households. You can easily customise it with your favourite toppings or extra veggies, making it fun for kids to help assemble. Honestly, nothing beats that moment when the cheese stretches with every bite - pure dinner joy!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Ready in 20 minutes - perfect for busy weeknights.
Family-friendly, kid-approved flavours.
Sneaky veggies in every bite.
Flexible and easy to customise.
Minimal cleanup using a sandwich press.
FAQ Section:
Q: Can I make these quesadillas vegetarian?
Yes! Swap beef mince for plant-based mince or black beans.
Q: Can I freeze beef quesadillas?
Assemble un-toasted quesadillas and freeze. Toast straight from the freezer for best results.
Q: Can I cook them in a pan instead of a sandwich press?
Absolutely! Toast in a non-stick pan for 2–3 minutes each side until golden and cheese melts.
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Easy Beef Quesadillas
Ingredients
- ½ cup corn, frozen or fresh (optional)
- ½ capsicum, diced (optional)
- 500g Beef mince
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 zucchini, grated
- 1 sachet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- Tortillas
- Taco sauce
- Grated cheese
Instructions
- Preheat a large frypan over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil. Cook the capsicum and corn for 2 minutes.
- Add the beef mince and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the grated carrot and zucchini. Cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture, then add the water. Stir until combined and simmer for 2 minutes or until the mixture thickens and the water evaporates. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Preheat your toasted sandwich press.
- Lay a piece of baking paper on the bench and place 1 tortilla on top.
- Spread taco sauce over the tortilla, leaving a 2cm border around the edge.
- Spread the mince mixture over one half of the tortilla. Sprinkle grated cheese over the mince, then fold the tortilla over the filling.
- Fold the baking paper over the quesadilla and place the parcel in the toasted sandwich press. Toast for 2-3 minutes or until the tortilla is golden and the cheese has melted. Check after 2 minutes and continue toasting if necessary.
- Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream, Greek yoghurt, guacamole, salsa, taco sauce, or salad.
Notes
If you are trying to sneak some vegetables into the mince for the kids, but they will find the green zucchini, grate the zucchini and they won't know it's there!
I find if you cook the capsicum and corn first, enables the flavours to be enhanced rather than adding them with the grated vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
406.45Fat
28.7 gSat. Fat
11.41 gCarbs
11.32 gFiber
1.9 gNet carbs
9.39 gSugar
4.07 gProtein
25.35 gSodium
228.93 mgCholesterol
96.49 mgThe nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
