quesadilla
noun
que·sa·dil·la
ˌkā-sə-ˈdē-ə 
also -ˈt͟hē-,
or -ˈt͟hēl-yə
: a tortilla filled with cheese and often a savory mixture (as of meat and vegetables), folded, and usually fried
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This is a disservice to both burgers and quesadillas.
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Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
Repeat process with remaining 2 1⁄2 tablespoons oil and 6 quesadillas.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
According to the Taco Roos website, offerings will include ground beef, chicken and fish tacos with sides and drinks, alongside items sold a la carte, such as quesadillas and nachos.
—Evan Moore
august 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
The menu includes tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, fries and vegetarian alternatives.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
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Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
Repeat process with remaining 2 1⁄2 tablespoons oil and 6 quesadillas.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
According to the Taco Roos website, offerings will include ground beef, chicken and fish tacos with sides and drinks, alongside items sold a la carte, such as quesadillas and nachos.
—Evan Moore
august 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
The menu includes tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, fries and vegetarian alternatives.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for quesadilla
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“Quesadilla.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quesadilla. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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