Prairie Dog Pizzadillas
These Pizzadillas are a quick and easy way to satisfy your cravings for pizza. They're made with almond flour tortillas, ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, and cilantro. The tortillas are cooked in the air fryer until golden brown and crispy, and the filling is melted and bubbly. The result is a delicious and satisfying snack or meal that's perfect for any occasion.
The Prairie Dog Pizzadillas were born out of a need for a quick and easy meal that could be made with ingredients that I already had on hand. I had some almond flour tortillas that I needed to use up, and I also had some ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, and cilantro in my fridge. I decided to combine all of these ingredients into a quesadilla, and the result was so delicious that I knew I had to share it with the world. The Prairie Dog Pizzadillas are named after the prairie dogs that live in the area where I grew up. Prairie dogs are known for their burrowing habits, and the Prairie Dog Pizzadillas are a bit like a burrow in that they're filled with delicious ingredients. The almond flour tortillas are like the walls of the burrow, and the filling is like the food that the prairie dogs store inside their burrow. The Prairie Dog Pizzadillas are a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can use any type of tortillas that you like, and you can add or remove any of the ingredients to suit your taste. The Prairie Dog Pizzadillas are also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. If you have some leftover ground beef or vegetables, you can add them to the Prairie Dog Pizzadillas and they will be just as delicious.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 4 almond flour tortillas
  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup canned tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add onion and green pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, cheese, and cilantro.
  5. Place two tortillas in the air fryer basket and top with half of the ground beef mixture.
  6. Cover with the remaining tortillas and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The almond flour tortillas are a great substitute for traditional flour tortillas. They're low in carbs and calories, and they have a slightly nutty flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in the Pizzadillas.
  • The ground beef is a great source of protein and flavor. It's also a relatively inexpensive ingredient, so it's a great way to stretch your budget.
  • The onion and green bell pepper add sweetness and crunch to the Pizzadillas. They also help to balance out the richness of the ground beef and cheese.
  • The tomato sauce adds moisture and flavor to the Pizzadillas. It also helps to hold the ingredients together.
  • The cheddar cheese is a classic pizza topping. It adds a gooey, melted texture to the Pizzadillas, and it also helps to bind the ingredients together.
  • The cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor to the Pizzadillas. It's also a great way to add a pop of color to the dish.