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Three sliced quesadillas filled with meat and cheese, garnished with chopped herbs, served on a white plate with a small dish of sauce and a pickle.

Reuben Quesadillas

Reuben Quesadillas are a crispy, cheesy twist on the classic deli sandwich. Stuffed with savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and creamy dressing, these golden-browned quesadillas make a perfect quick meal or flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Irish-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 481 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 8 ounces corned beef thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sauerkraut well-drained and squeezed dry
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
  • ¼ cup Thousand Island dressing plus extra for dipping
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of a tortilla and place it, butter-side down, in the skillet.
  • Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing over the tortilla.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup of Swiss cheese over the dressing, then add half the corned beef and half the sauerkraut. Top with another 1/4 cup of cheese and sprinkle caraway seeds if using.
  • Butter one side of a second tortilla and place it on top, butter-side up.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown and crisp. Flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are evenly crispy and the cheese is melted.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
  • Slice into wedges and serve warm with extra Thousand Island dressing for dipping.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Use freshly shredded Swiss cheese for optimal melting and a richer flavor. If you prefer a milder taste, try Jarlsberg.
  • Squeeze excess liquid from the sauerkraut to keep your quesadillas crisp and not soggy.
  • Keep the heat at medium to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly while preventing the tortillas from burning.
  • Add a side of pickles for a true deli-style experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 481kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 1416mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 552IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 427mgIron: 3mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Easy quesadilla recipe, Reuben quesadilla
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