Shrimp Quesadillas

This recipe is quite complete and offers a different alternative for enjoying quesadillas and seafood. It can be served at dinner time or as a light lunch.

Approximate Nutritional Content: 1 serving or 1 quesadilla

• Calories: 318 kcal.

• Grams of fat: 15 gr. equivalent to 3 servings of fat

• Grams of protein: 20 gr. equivalent to 2.5 servings of protein

• Grams of carbohydrate: 26 gr. equivalent to 1.5 servings of grain

Note: the nutritional information may vary according to the type and quantity of ingredients used.

Ingredients:

• 150 gr. of shrimp without shells.

• 2 tablespoons of cilantro, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice

• 1/4 teaspoon of cumin

• 2 large tortillas (for making burritos)

• 2 tablespoons of sour cream

• 2 teaspoons of salsa (chunky)

• 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation Steps:

• Cut the shrimp into small pieces.

• Combine cilantro, lemon juice, and cumin in a deep bowl. Add the shrimp pieces. Let rest for 5 minutes.

• Heat a skillet over medium heat with cooking spray oil. Add the marinated shrimp, fry for 1-2 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink. Remove from heat and with a spoon remove only the shrimp, leaving the liquid in the skillet.

• Add the sour cream to the marinade in the skillet. Stir well.

• In another skillet, heat the tortillas. Place 2 teaspoons of salsa on the tortillas and on top place half of the shrimp and 1 tablespoon of cheese.

• On top, place 1 tablespoon of the sour cream mixture, fold the tortilla in half and flip it to cook the other side.

• Repeat the same steps with the other tortilla and the remaining ingredients.

Enjoy!!