10 minute carne asada quesadilla is a quick and easy way to use leftover steak or carne asada. Full of Mexcian flavors, filling, and nutritious with no marinating time!
4servingscarne asadause leftover steak or our carne asada recipe
4burrito-sizedflour tortillas
1cupshredded Mexican blend cheese
½cupsalsa
limefor serving
cilantrofor serving
Instructions
Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. For each tortilla add 1 serving cooked carne asada to one side of the tortilla and cover with ⅛ cup cheese. Add remaining ⅛ cup cheese to the other side of the tortilla and fold cheese-only side over steak side.
Allow quesadilla to cook for 2-3 minutes or until nicely browned on the bottom. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortilla is golden brown.
Serve with salsa and a squeeze of lime. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired.
½ cup salsa, lime, cilantro
Notes
Reheat: Reheat meat in the microwave or on the stove top.
Storage: Leftovers should be stored separately as storing together may cause the tortillas to become soggy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Make ahead: To make this recipe ahead, you can cook the meat and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days prior to making the carne asada quesadilla. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop prior to making the quesadilla.