Best 9 Salmon Quesadillas Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing salmon quesadillas, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will captivate your taste buds. These quesadillas are not just any ordinary dish; they are a symphony of crispy tortillas, flaky salmon, melted cheese, and a vibrant array of vegetables, all coming together to create a fiesta in your mouth.

Our recipe collection features three distinct variations of salmon quesadillas, each offering a unique flavor profile to suit your preferences. The Classic Salmon Quesadillas are a timeless delight, featuring a combination of succulent salmon, gooey cheese, and a medley of bell peppers and onions. For those seeking a touch of heat, the Spicy Salmon Quesadillas pack a punch with a spicy chipotle sauce and a zesty salsa. And for a vegetarian twist, the Veggie Salmon Quesadillas showcase the versatility of salmon by pairing it with an array of roasted vegetables, creating a symphony of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SALMON QUESADILLAS



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"I like simple recipes that get me out of the kitchen fast, so my husband and I can spend more time with our two boys," comments Heidi Main of Anchorage, Alaska. "These super-quick wedges are always a hit...and a tasty change of pace from salmon patties."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter, softened
4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
2 cups (8 ounces) part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
Guacamole or salsa

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute garlic in oil until fragrant. Stir in the salmon, basil and pepper; heat through., Meanwhile, spread butter over one side of each tortilla. Place tortillas on a griddle, buttered side down. Sprinkle one half of each tortilla with 1/4 cup cheese and a fourth of the salmon; top each with 1/4 cup cheese. Fold other half over filling., Cook over medium heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut each into wedges; serve with guacamole or salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664 calories, Fat 39g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 1264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

SMOKED SALMON QUESADILLAS



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From her kitchen in Chiniak, Alaska, Becky Applebee serves golden tortilla wedges filled with a rich combination of smoked salmon, cream cheese, Swiss cheese, garlic and dill. They're a snap to whip up for the salmon lovers in your family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter, softened
6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
4 ounces smoked salmon, diced
2 cups shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, dill and garlic. Spread butter over one side of each tortilla. Place three tortillas, buttered side down, on a griddle or large skillet. spread with cream cheese mixture; sprinkle with salmon and cheese. Cover with remaining tortillas, buttered side up., Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Turn and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829 calories, Fat 50g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 1176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SMOKED-SALMON QUESADILLAS WITH WARM TOMATOES AND ARUGULA



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Categories     Fish     Leafy Green     Tomato     Appetizer     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch     Salmon     Avocado     Arugula     Summer     Tortillas     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 small red onion, thinly sliced crosswise
6 oz cream cheese, softened
6 oz soft mild goat cheese at room temperature
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 (8-inch) flour tortillas (not low-fat)
1 lb sliced smoked salmon (preferably Nova)
1 firm-ripe California avocado
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise (2 2/3 cups)
4 cups loosely packed arugula leaves (2 to 3 bunches)
Special Equipment
a large (2-burner) cast-iron griddle

Steps:

  • Soak sliced onion in a bowl of ice and cold water 15 minutes, then drain well and pat dry.
  • While onion soaks, stir together cheeses, chives, zest, and pepper in a bowl with a rubber spatula until combined well.
  • Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese mixture evenly over each of 2 tortillas (keep remaining tortillas covered with plastic wrap). Top 1 tortilla with an even layer of salmon, covering cream cheese completely, then top with other tortilla, cheese side down. Make 5 more quesadillas in same manner, then stack on a plate and chill, covered with plastic wrap, until ready to heat.
  • Halve, pit, and peel avocado, then cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Lightly brush avocado slices with lemon juice.
  • Heat griddle over high heat until very hot, then reduce heat to moderate. Lightly brush 2 quesadillas on both sides with some oil, then toast on griddle (1 at a time if necessary) until undersides are golden with some blackened spots, about 1 minute. Flip quesadillas over with a spatula and toast until undersides are golden with some blackened spots, 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to a baking sheet, arranging in 1 layer, and cover with foil to keep warm. Toast remaining quesadillas in same manner, using a second baking sheet.
  • Heat remaining oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook tomatoes, stirring occasionally and seasoning with salt and pepper, until just beginning to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer quesadillas to plates, then top with onion, avocado, tomatoes, and arugula.

SALMON QUESADILLAS - SIMPLE AND SOOO YUMMY!



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When I tried these I was so AMAZED! I admit, when I first came across this recipe I was skeptical. Once I made these I quickly posted the recipe here on ZAAR for safe keeping and of course to share with everyone! Try these! You will be so glad that you did! These are so fast, simple and tasty I wondered what took me so long to try them in the first place! For fastest results use a can or pouch of boneless skinless of salmon. These are to die for though when made with some leftover grilled salmon. I have even been successful getting dh to grill them outside for me. :) Any way you make these, we hope you enjoy them as much as we do. Hey, they are even special enough to serve guests! Who would think of a quesadilla with such great ingredients? Enjoy!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 garlic cloves, minced
6 ounces canned salmon, boneless skinless (if using regular canned just drain. flake and remove bones ) or 6 ounces cooked salmon (leftovers work great here )
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 flour tortillas (about 6 inches in size) or 4 corn tortillas, whatever you prefer
1 1/2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese or 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Spray a skillet with cooking spray and saute garlic for about 1 minute or until tender but not brown. Stir in salmon, basil and pepper. Cook over medium heat just until warm. (For one less pan to wash I sometimes do this in my microwave in a small glass bowl and it comes out great. Microwaves vary- mine only takes a minute).
  • Meanwhile assemble quesadillas: 1 tortilla, a quarter of the cheese, and a quarter of the salmon mixture, fold in half spray pan with cooking spray and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Spray top of quesadilla and flip. Continue to cook 1 or 2 more minutes or until golden brown. Can also be sprayed and baked all at once on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven until browned and cheese has melted.
  • Cut into wedges and serve.
  • Guacamole and sour cream make nice garnishes but these are great as is.

SALMON QUESADILLAS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
8 flour or whole-wheat tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or shredded Monterey Jack
2 cooked salmon fillets, pulled apart with 2 forks into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeno peppers
2 Hass avocados, pitted and flesh removed from skin
1/2 cup drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Coat a large griddle with cooking spray and preheat to medium-high.
  • Arrange 4 tortillas on a flat surface. Top each tortilla with 1/2 cup cheese. Toss salmon with chili powder and place on top of cheese. Top with sliced jalapeno peppers and a second tortilla. Place tortillas on hot griddle and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese melts.
  • In a blender, combine avocado, sun-dried tomatoes and lime juice. Process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, fold in cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Serve quesadillas with guacamole on the side.

SALMON QUESADILLAS



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Make and share this Salmon Quesadillas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amy Madden

Categories     High Protein

Time 20m

Yield 12 wedges, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 (14 3/4 ounce) can salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
1 -2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon softened butter
4 flour tortillas (8 in.)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender.
  • Then stir in basil, pepper, and salmon.
  • Cook over med.
  • Heat until heated through, then spread butter over one side of each tortilla.
  • Place tortillas butter side down on griddle and sprinkle each one with 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Spread 1/2 cup salmon mix over 1/2 of each tortilla.
  • Fold over and cook on low for a couple of minutes on each side.
  • Cut into wedges.

HEART-HEALTHY SALMON QUESADILLAS



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Canned wild salmon, whole wheat tortillas and nutrient-rich kale make this salmon quesadilla recipe an easy and nutritious heart healthy dinner. These quesadillas are a perfect go-to recipe when you don't have a lot of time to cook. Most of the ingredients are items you probably already have on hand: canned salmon, shredded cheese, and tortillas. Whole wheat tortillas are best for this quesadilla recipe, since they add quite a bit of fiber. But if you can't find whole wheat tortillas, feel free to substitute regular flour tortillas, low-carb tortillas or even spinach tortillas. If you don't have kale, feel free to substitute spinach. But if you can get it, it's worth it to use the kale, because it is just packed with nutrients.

Provided by kellymbrown

Categories     Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup kale, stems removed, shredded into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt or 1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup colby cheese
1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese
32 inches whole wheat tortillas
6 ounces canned pink salmon, flaked

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoons of the olive oil in a medium (10-inch) nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the kale in the skillet and cook until just wilted, about 4 to 5 minutes. Season with the kosher salt or sea salt. Remove the kale from the skillet and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the shredded cheeses. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the bottom of the skillet.
  • Top half of the tortilla with 1/4 cup of the kale, one-quarter of the flaked salmon and 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese mixture.
  • Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling and cook for one minute, pressing down lightly with the back of a spatula.
  • Using tongs, gently flip the quesadilla over and cook another minute or two, until lightly browned. Repeat with remaining three tortillas and fillings.
  • Cut each quesadilla into three triangles. Serve immediately with guacamole, tomato salsa and non-fat sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.5, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 699.4, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 13.8

BLACK-BEAN QUESADILLAS WITH SMOKED SALMON



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 pound fresh tomatillas (about 12), husked
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups hot, cooked black beans
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 cup chopped scallions
Freshly ground pepper to taste
6 ounces soft goat cheese
6 small flour tortillas
6 large slices smoked salmon
1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoon walnut oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
10 cups stemmed arugula
2 yellow bell peppers, cored and cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • To make the salsa, pulse the tomatillas in a food processor until well combined. Set aside.
  • To make the quesadillas, gently combine the hot beans, the oil, lime juice, salt, garlic, scallions and pepper to taste. Keep warm. Spread about 2 tablespoons of goat cheese over half of each tortilla. Using a heaping 1/4 cup of the bean mixture for each tortilla, press the beans into the goat cheese. Trim the salmon slices to fit half of the tortilla and lay the slices with the trimmings over the beans. Fold the tortilla in half and press the sides together. Set aside.
  • To make the salad, whisk together the juices and mustard. Whisk in the walnut oil, salt and pepper. Place the arugula in a bowl and toss with the yellow peppers. Toss with the dressing.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet. Working in batches, cook the quesadillas until browned and heated through, about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side. Cut each into 3 triangles.
  • Spoon a little of the salsa onto the center of 6 large plates. Place 3 quesadilla triangles around the salsa. Arrange the salad in a circle around the edge of the plates and serve immediately.

SMOKED SALMON QUESADILLAS WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE SAUCE



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These extra-special quesadillas take just minutes to make, but you'll want to savor them for as long as possible. Sprinkle the cheesy wedges with chopped fresh cilantro. -Daniel Shemtob, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings (2/3 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
2 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
QUESADILLAS:
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
2 ounces fresh goat cheese
3 flour tortillas (8 inches)
3 ounces smoked salmon or lox, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red pepper
Coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, mix cream cheese and goat cheese until blended; spread over tortillas. Top half side of each with the salmon, shallots and red pepper; fold over. , Place quesadillas on a greased griddle. Cook over medium heat until lightly browned and cheeses are melted, 1-2 minutes on each side. Serve with sauce; top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 1118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right salmon. For the best results, use fresh or frozen salmon fillets that have been skinless and boneless. If using frozen salmon, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Cook the salmon properly. Salmon is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it carefully to avoid overcooking. The best way to cook salmon is to pan-sear it or bake it in the oven. If you're pan-searing the salmon, cook it over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it's cooked through. If you're baking the salmon, bake it at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until it's cooked through.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese you use in your salmon quesadillas will make a big difference in the flavor. Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese.
  • Don't overstuff the quesadillas. When you're assembling the quesadillas, don't overstuff them. Too much filling will make them difficult to fold and cook evenly.
  • Cook the quesadillas until they're golden brown. Cook the quesadillas over medium heat until they're golden brown on both sides. This will help to seal in the filling and prevent the cheese from leaking out.

Conclusion:

Salmon quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover salmon. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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