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September 16, 2025
Caramelized Onion and Jalapeño Quesadillas Recipe
Caramelized onion and jalapeño quesadillas work beautifully as appetizers or light meals, with the option to add meat for heartier versions if desired. These flavorful quesadillas showcase the perfect balance between sweet caramelized onions and spicy jalapeños that create complex, satisfying taste profiles. The combination provides an excellent base that can be customized while the sweet-heat balance makes these appealing to various taste preferences and perfect for entertaining.
These caramelized onion quesadillas are great for an appetizer or meal. You can add meat if you like, but I make a vegetarian option for meatless Monday! Top each quesadilla with sour cream, salsa, lettuce, and guacamole.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
2 quesadillas
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
4 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Directions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add jalapeño peppers; cook and stir until onion is browned, about 10 more minutes. Transfer mixture to a plate.
Heat about 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add one tortilla; top with 1/4 cup cheese, 1/2 of the onion mixture, and another 1/4 cup cheese. Top with another tortilla and cook quesadilla until browned and cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to a plate, add more oil to the skillet, and repeat to make remaining quesadilla.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 451 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 41g | Carbs |
| 14g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 451 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 12g | 59% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium 726mg | 32% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium 316mg | 24% |
| Iron 3mg | 14% |
| Potassium 206mg | 4% |
* 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.
