Couldn’t decide between pizza and a quesadilla? Good news: You don’t have to! This Easy Pizza Quesadilla layers tasty marinara and melty mozzarella between two tortillas, then bakes until golden and crisp. It’s seriously cheesy and on the table before anyone can ask, “What’s for lunch?”

A white plate with a tortilla pizza-dilla cut into five slices, topped with melted cheese and herbs. Tomato sauce, shredded cheese, and a sliced tomato are nearby on a wooden board.

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As a dietitian, I’m a big believer in smart shortcuts that make everyday meals both satisfying and doable. I reach for high-fiber, low-carb tortillas here, which bring extra staying power. Of course, any tortillas will work, so choose the variety that best suits your needs and taste buds. I love transforming tortillas into personal pizzas, whether it’s straight cheese, BBQ chicken, or a High-Protein Breakfast Pizza. Try them all and let me know your favorite!

Pizza is one of the foods I’m asked to give a healthier spin most often, and honestly, I understand why. It’s a favorite for so many people (including me!), which makes dreaming up creative new versions an absolute must. Before you order delivery, try my Spinach Artichoke Dip Pizza, Summer Veggie Pizza with Whipped Ricotta, Healthy Bell Pepper Pizzas, BLT Pizza, and Sheet Pan Veggie Pizza and BBQ Chicken Pizza!

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The case for putting pizza between tortillas

  • No dough drama. There’s no kneading or rolling required. Just layer and bake!
  • Done in a flash. You’re about 10 minutes away from a hot, homemade pizza fix.
  • Everyone gets their perfect pizza. Make individual quesadillas and let each person pick their own fillings.
  • Made for any mealtime. Serve it for lunch, dinner or a snack. Pizza rules need not apply!
A flatbread pizza-dilla topped with cheese and herbs sits on a metal baking sheet. Surrounding it are a bowl of shredded cheese, a bowl of red pizza sauce, fresh tomatoes on a wooden cutting board, a whole tomato, and a kitchen towel.
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Think of this three-ingredient version as your starting point, then raid the fridge and make it your own. Add thinly sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, baby spinach, olives, turkey pepperoni or leftover chicken. Just resist the urge to pile it too high. A modest layer of fillings helps the tortillas crisp up and keeps everything neatly tucked inside.

For the crispiest pizza-dilla

Give the top tortilla a light mist of oil spray and watch closely during the last few minutes of baking. Once the edges are browned and the mozzarella is wonderfully gooey, finish with fresh basil or chopped chives and slice into wedges. Serve with crunchy veggies or a simple green salad for a complete meal. Pizza-dilla perfection!

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Try my Cheeseburger Quesadilla!

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Easy Pizza Quesadilla

Two favorites combine for one easy lunch! Marinara and mozzarella are layered between tortillas and baked until golden and melty.
Yield: 1 serving
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 tortillas*
  • ¼ cup jarred marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, more for top sprinkle
  • 2 slices tomato for hearts
Ingredient Details to Know
*I use a low-carb whole grain tortilla brand which is reflected in the nutrition (each tortilla is 60 calories, 5 grams protein, 10 grams fiber). Choose a type that fits your eating style.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400˚. Mist a baking sheet with nonstick oil spray. Place 1 tortilla on top and using a heart cookie cutter, cut out 2 hearts. Remove tortilla from baking sheet and set aside.
  • Place second uncut tortilla on baking sheet and layer with marinara sauce and cheese. Place 2 tomato slices on top and cover with original tortilla with heart cut-outs, being sure to line up the hearts with the red tomatoes underneath.
  • Mist the top with oil spray and sprinkle on optional shredded cheese. Bake in oven until cheese is all melty and the tortillas are toasted lightly browned, about 8 minutes (watch closely so it doesn’t burn).
  • Garnish with optional herbs, like chopped chives or minced basil, and slice into pieces!

Notes

Nutrition provided for 1 pie.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 240Carbohydrates: 38gProtein: 18gTotal Fat: 10g— Unsaturated Fat: 6g— Saturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 456mgFiber: 22gTotal Sugar: 7g— Natural Sugar: 7g— Added Sugar: 0gCalcium: 216mg
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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