APPLEBEE'S QUESADILLA BURGER (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

⏱️ 35 minutes👥 4 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
APPLEBEE'S QUESADILLA BURGER (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory8/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10

Ingredients

  • •• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
  • •• 2 whole grain tortillas (10-inch)
  • •• 1 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
  • •• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt-based ranch dressing
  • •• 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • •• 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • •• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • •• 1 tbsp olive oil
  • •• 1 tsp garlic powder
  • •• 1 tsp onion powder
  • •• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 11. Mix ground turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
  2. 22. Form into patties and cook in olive oil until done (165°F)
  3. 33. Warm tortillas in a large skillet
  4. 44. Layer cheese, cooked patty, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and ranch
  5. 55. Fold tortilla over and cook until golden brown on both sides

Smart Substitutions

• Ground beef→Lean ground turkey

Less saturated fat, same texture

💡 No change, better heart health
• White flour tortilla→Whole grain tortilla

More fiber, nutrients

💡 30% lower
• Regular ranch→Greek yogurt-based ranch

More protein, less fat

💡 Better for blood sugar