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Steak Quesadillas with Refried Beans

Cheesy steak‑filled quesadillas served alongside refried beans – nut‑free Mexican fuel for muscle gain.

30 min
4 servings
Lunch
Mexican
67.0 TrueMetrics Score

Ingredients

Instructions

Prep ahead
- season flank steak with salt, pepper, chili powder; rest 10 min.
- grate pepper jack cheese; mince onion; warm refried beans.
- heat grill pan to medium-high.
Cooking steps
Grill steak 4 min per side to medium; rest 5 min; slice thin strips.
Lay tortilla, sprinkle cheese, steak, onions, more cheese; top with second tortilla.
Cook on dry skillet 2 min per side until cheese melts and tortilla golden.
Cut wedges; serve with warm refried beans and salsa.
(active time ≈ 20 min | total ≈ 30 min)