A cheese quesadilla is high in fat and calories. If you are watching your weight, choose a dish that provides more vegetables when dining at a Mexican restaurant. Also steer clear of high-calorie side dishes and condiments.
Nutrition
A cheese quesadilla contains 470 calories, according to the CalorieKing website. It contains 26 g of fat, 11 g of which are saturated. It contains 50 mg of cholesterol, 1,120 mg of sodium, 40 g of carbohydrates and 19 g of protein.
Comparison
The Center for Science in the Public Interest suggests ordering chicken fajitas as a healthy Mexican entree, but only if you ask for no beans, sour cream or guacamole. One portion should have about 450 calories. Or consider one chicken enchilada, which contains 270 calories.
Tips
Include vegetables like bell peppers and onions if you're making a quesadilla at home. Bell peppers provide vitamin C, while onions provide health-promoting phytochemicals, according to FoodReference.com. They're also low in calories. If you're watching calories or fat intake, avoid adding sour cream to your quesadilla. Top it with salsa, instead, to supply a full serving of vegetables.
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