Let me introduce you to this incredible sandwich remix: Protein-Packed Grilled Cheese Quesadilla—with bacon!

It’s loaded with satiating protein to keep you fueled and energized until your next meal rolls around. Once you master the egg-in-the-pan trick, you can add whatever toppers your heart desires. Cheesing is pleasing!

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Grilled Cheese, Egg and Bacon Quesadilla

It’s loaded with satiating protein to keep you fueled and energized until your next meal rolls around. 
Servings: 1 serving
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten (or 1 whole egg + 2 egg whites)
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1 whole-grain or low-carb tortilla, about 7-inches
  • 2 to 4 tomato slices
  • 2 slices turkey bacon, cooked
  • 1 ounce reduced-fat cheddar cheese, or any preferred cheese

Instructions
 

  • Liberally coat a 10-inch skillet with oil spray and warm over low heat. Add the eggs, tilting the skillet to evenly distribute them over the bottom of the hot pan. (Be sure to keep the heat on low so the eggs remain loose to dip in the tortilla.).
  • Dip 1 side of tortilla into uncooked egg, slightly coating it. Then, place the un-dipped side flat on the pan. Now, increase the heat to medium and let the eggs cook and firm a bit, about 30 seconds.
  • Using a wide spatula, carefully flip the tortilla over. Allow eggs to cook another 15 to 20 seconds. Layer on tomato slices, bacon and cheese on 1 half of tortilla. Then, using the spatula, fold tortilla half without toppings over the top with the toppings. Transfer to a serving plate. Slice in half and enjoy.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 480Carbohydrates: 28gProtein: 34gTotal Fat: 24g— Unsaturated Fat: 15g— Saturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 410mgSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gTotal Sugar: 4g— Natural Sugar: 4g— Added Sugar: 0g
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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