Quesadilla
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal |
| Protein | 13.4 g |
| Fat | 16.2 g |
| Carbs | 27.8 g |
A quesadilla is a Mexican dish made from a flour or corn tortilla filled with cheese and typically grilled or pan-fried until the cheese melts and the tortilla crisps. It is a common everyday meal across Mexico and Latin America, served as a snack, light lunch or dinner, often with salsa, sour cream or guacamole on the side. Per 100 g, a quesadilla provides 306 kcal, 13.4 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 27.8 g of carbohydrates, with 1.7 g of dietary fibre and 1.4 g of sugars. It is a notable source of calcium at 280 mg per 100 g, largely from the cheese filling, and contains 580 mg of sodium and 160 mg of potassium per 100 g. Suitable for vegetarian and pescatarian dietary patterns.
How many calories in a quesadilla?
A quesadilla contains 306 kcal per 100 g. A standard single-tortilla quesadilla typically weighs around 150–200 g, putting it in the range of 460–610 kcal depending on size and fillings.
How much calcium is in a quesadilla?
A quesadilla provides 280 mg of calcium per 100 g, primarily from the melted cheese filling. That is a meaningful contribution toward typical daily calcium reference values.
Is a quesadilla vegetarian-friendly?
A standard cheese quesadilla is suitable for vegetarians, as it contains no meat or fish. It does include dairy in the form of cheese, so it is not vegan.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal |
| Protein | 13.4 g |
| Fat | 16.2 g |
| Carbs | 27.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 7.8 g |
| Monounsaturated | 5.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 42.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 1.6 mg |
| Potassium | 160 mg |
| Sodium | 580 mg |