Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach Feta and Mozzarella Bliss
Indulge in Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach, Feta, Mozzarella, and Red Onion—a quick, flavorful vegetarian delight perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
For the Quesadillas
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- 1 cup Fresh Spinach or kale/chard
- 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- 4 whole Whole Wheat Tortillas or regular flour tortillas
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Cooking Spray or additional olive oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Optionally, add red pepper flakes.
- Spread sautéed spinach mixture over half of each tortilla.
- Add crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, and sliced red onion on top of the spinach. Fold tortillas in half.
- In the skillet, reduce heat to medium and lightly coat with cooking spray. Cook quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Let quesadillas rest for 1 minute before slicing into wedges.
- Serve warm with tzatziki or salad as desired.
Notes
Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Customize with additional veggies or cheeses as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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