Low Carb Italian Quesadillas with Salami and Mozzarella

Low Carb Italian Quesadillas with Salami and Mozzarella is a quick, fun, Italian spin on a traditional quesadilla.

We smother it with pesto and make these finger lickin' quesadillas irresistible. We are making them keto and diabetic friendly with a low carb tortilla so everyone can enjoy this delicious appetizer.

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I love being able to make quick and easy dinners and this low-carb Italian quesadilla does not disappoint. Quesadilla carbs are only 1g net carbs per serving.

Food like this makes me feel good, not only because it has cheese but to me, it's got that warm and comforting feel, almost similar to pizza. For me, any Italian food is comforting.

Ingredients to make low carb Italian quesadillas

Making these keto Italian quesadillas only takes a few ingredients that you may already have on hand.

• Low Carb Tortillas: there are so many brands on the market, use your favorite low carb tortillas for this recipe.
• Basil Pesto: using a store bought pesto here, making this a super quick and easy recipe.
• Mozzarella: favored as good melting cheese, delicate and slightly sour with a milk like freshness
• Salami: one of my favorite deli meats but other deli meats will also work like turkey, prosciutto, mortadella, or beef bresaola.
• Grated Parmesan Cheese: the king of cheese, fruity and nutty in taste with some added saltiness to enhance all the flavors in this tasty Italian quesadilla.

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Steps by step instructions

How to make low carb Italian quesadillas?

Place a medium-sized skillet on low to medium heat. It's optional to grease the skillet with oil or butter.

I prefer to grease it with a tablespoon of olive oil and then wipe it with a paper towel. However, this is optional, depending on how you prefer your quesadillas.

Once the pan is warm place a low carb tortilla in the skillet and let it warm for 30 seconds.

Then spread the tortilla with the basil pesto, ensuring you spread it out on the tortilla everywhere including the edges so you get the most flavor.

Top with shredded mozzarella, slices of salami, and freshly grated parmesan cheese.

STEP 2: There are two ways you can finish off the quesadilla. You can top it with another low carb tortilla. Then flip it to get the other side golden and crispy while the cheese gets gooey and melted.

Or you can simply fold it in half, flip it over and cook it for another minute or so until crispy and golden. My preference would be to fold it in half but either way is fine.

STEP 3: Slice the quesadillas into triangles with a pizza knife.

STEP 4: Serve with a side of dipping sauce to make them even more delicious.

Recipe tips

Top Tip: Cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese quicker before the tortillas get too crispy.

Oil or no Oil? I like the crispiness the oil gives to the outside of the tortillas. However, they may feel a little greasy on the outside if you use too much. Either way, you will love biting into these low carb quesadillas.

Make Ahead: You can make these keto Italian quesadillas ahead of time and freeze them. When ready to eat, thaw, then pan-fry.

• Serving: these Italian quesadillas are best served hot with a side of your favorite sauce like marinara or even more pesto.

Recipe variations

What else can you stuff into these warm and tasty low carb quesadillas?

• Sauce - use a marinara or alfredo sauce while still going with the "Italian" theme.
• Meat - sausage, prosciutto, mortadella, or turkey are perfect with the pesto sauce and mozzarella.
• Vegetarian - omit the meat and add some veggies like roasted red peppers or eggplant.

Another Italian favorite, this Keto Pizza recipe is always on rotation in my home.

Equipment used to make

All you need is a skillet, a cheese grater, and a spatula to make these melty low carb Italian quesadillas.

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