Description
Discover the quick and healthy Spinach and Feta Quesadillas recipe, perfect for a nutritious snack or meal in just 20 minutes! Featuring fresh spinach, creamy feta, and crispy tortillas, this dish is a flavorful way to incorporate greens into your diet.You’ll love how easy and satisfying this healthy quesadilla is, ideal for busy weeknights or weekend snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped tomatoes or bell peppers for extra flavor
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Lay one tortilla on a flat surface. Spread the spinach mixture evenly across half of the tortilla. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella. Fold the tortilla to enclose the fillings. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for best flavor and nutrition.
- Feel free to experiment with cheeses like gouda or ricotta.
- Cooking over medium heat ensures crispy quesadillas without burning.
- Add other vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy, American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg