Scrambled Eggs, Cheese, and Avocado Tortilla Bowl Recipe
September 16, 2025
Bacon and Tomato Quesadillas
Bacon and tomato quesadillas create a Mexican version of the beloved BLT sandwich, allowing you to choose between smoky or zesty flavor profiles based on ingredient selection. This creative fusion approach combines familiar bacon and tomato flavors with Mexican cheese and tortillas for something both new and comfortingly familiar. The flexibility in flavor direction makes these quesadillas adaptable to personal preferences while maintaining satisfying bacon-tomato appeal.
It’s like a Mexican version of a BLT! You choose whether you want it smoky or zesty by the flavor of petite diced tomatoes you use. Crispy bacon and fresh basil add a new variation to the classic quesadilla. A perfect party finger food or quick snack.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (10 ounce) can RED GOLD® Petite Diced Tomatoes with Chipotle
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Sour cream
Directions
Layer on half of each tortilla: 1/4 cup cheese, 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes. 1 tablespoon bacon and 1 tablespoon basil. Fold each tortilla in half to form a half circle.
Lightly coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle with oil. Cook each quesadilla, over medium-high heat for 1 1/2 minutes on each side until cheese is melted and tortilla is lightly browned.
Cut the quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 366 | Calories |
| 20g | Fat |
| 31g | Carbs |
| 14g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 366 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 20g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 48% |
| Cholesterol 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium 733mg | 32% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
| Protein 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 33mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 134mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
