quesadilla
/ˌkeɪ̯səˈdiː(l)jə/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
a Mexican food made with a folded tortilla filled with cheese and sometimes other ingredients, then cooked.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation✈️Travel English
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“I'll have a chicken quesadilla with extra guacamole, please.”
“Making a quesadilla at home is super quick and easy.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A Mexican dish made by filling a tortilla (corn or flour) with cheese, folding in half and toasting until the cheese is melted. Additional ingredients, such as meats (chicken or beef, commonly), or vegetables can be added. Often served with salsa, guacamole and/or sour cream.