Keto Turkey & Kale Quesadillas
Description
These Keto Turkey & Kale Quesadillas are a low-carb, high-protein meal filled with juicy seasoned ground turkey, nutrient-rich kale, and melted cheddar cheese folded in golden crisp keto tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or satisfying lunch, this gluten-free recipe delivers bold Mexican-inspired flavor without the carbs.
Ingredients
- 2 large keto tortillas
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil divided use
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.5 onion chopped
- 1 cup kale chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cumin powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned.
- Mix in chopped kale and cook until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and cumin powder. Stir well to combine.
- Remove the filling from the skillet and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the skillet.
- Place a tortilla in the pan. Arrange 2 slices of cheddar cheese on half of the tortilla.
- Spoon half of the turkey mixture over the cheese.
- Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Repeat with the second tortilla and remaining filling.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- Be sure to cook the turkey until fully browned for the best flavor.
- Use a non-stick or cast iron skillet to ensure easy flipping and even browning.
- Adjust seasoning to taste if you prefer spicier quesadillas.