A crispy, melty, high-protein snack made with just a few staples—ready in minutes and perfect with salsa and Greek yogurt for dipping!
Whether you’re looking for a savory snack or a satisfying light meal, this mini cheese quesadilla is your new go-to. We’re using a stick of string cheese (yes, really!), tucked between two small low-carb tortillas, and crisped up until golden.
Serve it with salsa or pico de gallo and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt (or one of these Greek yogurt dip ideas!) for all the flavor and zero compromise. It’s quick, fun to make, and totally customizable with extra spices or veggies if desired.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 2 small low-carb tortillas
- 1 stick of part-skim string cheese, shredded (or 1/4 cup shredded light mozzarella)
- Cooking spray or 1/2 tsp oil (for crisping)
- 1–2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (for dipping)
- 2–3 tbsp salsa or pico de gallo
👩🍳 Instructions
- Assemble the quesadilla:
Place one tortilla on a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Top with the shredded string cheese, then place the second tortilla on top. - Cook until golden:
Lightly press down with a spatula. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are golden and crisp and the cheese is melty inside. - Slice & serve:
Remove from the pan, let cool for a minute, then cut into triangles. Serve with Greek yogurt and salsa or pico de gallo on the side.
🔄 Variations
- Add a thin layer of refried beans or sautéed veggies inside for more volume
- Spice it up with jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili powder before cooking
- Turn it into a tuna melt quesadilla by adding some of the tuna or salmon filling from here!
🧠 Why You’ll Love It
- Super fast and easy
- High in protein with fewer calories than traditional quesadillas
- Customizable with whatever fillings or dips you love
- That string cheese trick? Works like magic for a perfect cheese pull