These Keto Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas have a zesty marinara and golden tortillas. We prepare these quesadillas with mozzarella cheese, slices of pepperoni, Parmesan cheese, keto marinara sauce, keto tortillas, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and olive oil. These quesadillas contain 320 calories and four grams of net carbs. We make these quesadillas in just twenty minutes. These Keto Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas are perfect for appetizers, hectic days, festivities, morning breakfasts, celebrations, lunches, functions, sides, occasions, parties, snacks, events, and dinners. We store these quesadillas in a freezer for nearly twenty to thirty days, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these quesadillas with Keto Marinara Sauce, Avocado Slices, Roasted Bell Peppers, Grilled Chicken Strips, Stuffed Mushrooms, or Unsweetened Iced Tea.
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STATS:
- Diet: Keto
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Time of Prep: Ten minutes
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Course: Snack, Lunch, Appetizer
- Cook Duration: Ten minutes
- Portion size: 1 quesadilla
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 20 minutes
TOOLS:
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Bowl
- Knife
- Cheese grater
INGREDIENTS:
- Two cups of mozzarella cheese
- 4 keto tortillas
- ½ cup keto marinara sauce
- ½ cup slices of pepperoni
- One tsp. Italian seasoning
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- One-fourth cup of Parmesan cheese
- Crushed red pepper flakes
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese will provide mild flavors and form a melty texture. We can replace it with provolone cheese, Monterey Jack, or cheddar cheese.
KETO TORTILLAS:
- We have to utilize keto tortillas, as they will give a neutral taste and flexible texture. As an alternative, you can use cheese shells, almond flour flatbread, or lettuce wraps.
MARINARA SAUCE:
- You can use keto marinara sauce, which will make these quesadillas mildly sweeter and delicious. As a replacement, we can use homemade tomato, keto pizza, or pesto sauce.
PEPPERONI:
- Using pepperoni will deliver a savory and spicy flavor to these quesadillas. You can swap it with cooked bacon bits, turkey pepperoni, or salami slices.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Use the Parmesan cheese to make a crispy exterior and salty texture for these quesadillas. We can switch it out with Grana Padano, Pecorino Romano, or Asiago cheese.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We warm the pan and coat it with olive oil.
- Put the keto tortillas in a pan and equally distribute two tbsp. keto marinara sauce on a tortilla.
- Garnish the surface with one layer of mozzarella cheese.
- Uniformly put the slices of pepperoni on the surface’s other side.
- Garnish it again with a small amount of Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Put one more tortilla on the surface to make a sandwich.
- Cook till the lower surface gets crispy and brown, for almost four minutes.
- Use a spatula to change the sides and cook till the cheese becomes melty, for an additional three minutes.
- Bring it out of the pan and gently cool it.
- Make wedges by slicing the tortilla sandwich, and then serve these quesadillas.
TIPS:
- Avoid adding a lot of sauce to avoid a soggy texture.
- We already cooked the pepperoni to get a crunchier texture.
- Before cheese melts, we cook these quesadillas on a normal flame to prevent burning.
- Utilize a spatula to gently press them for a crispier texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SAUCES AND DIPS:
- Keto Marinara Sauce
- Garlic Butter Dip
- Ranch Dressing
- Alfredo Sauce
- Spicy Chili Oil
FRESH SIDES:
- Caesar Salad
- Zucchini Noodles
- Cucumber Salad
- Avocado Slices
- Arugula Salad
KETO VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Green Beans
- Cauliflower Bites
- Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Bell Peppers
PROTEIN ADD-ONS:
- Grilled Chicken Strips
- Italian Sausage
- Bacon Crumbles
- Meatballs
- Salami Slices
KETO EXTRAS AND SNACKS:
- Cheese Crisps
- Olives
- Pickles
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Deviled Eggs
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Water
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Keto Lemonade
- Black Coffee
- Diet Soda
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put them in a closed bag and store them for only three days.
FREEZER:
- Cover these quesadillas separately and store for nearly 20-30 days.
FAQs:
Is this pepperoni completely perfect for keto or not?
- Yes, this pepperoni is ideal for keto, although always monitor the instructions for hidden sugar content.
Will we prepare these quesadillas by baking?
- Yes, you can bake these quesadillas for eight minutes at 180°Celcius till the texture is crispy.
May we prepare these quesadillas without tortillas?
- Yes, you can utilize baked cheese crust or fathead dough instead for making these quesadillas.
How can I maintain the crispy texture of these quesadillas?
- You might heat them again in a skillet and do not add extra sauce.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 320 kcal
Sodium: 680 mg
Net carbs: 4 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 2 g
Fats: 24 g
Proteins: 18 g
Portion Size: 1 quesadilla
Total carbs: 6 g