Description
Experience the delicious blend of Mediterranean flavors with these Spinach Feta Mozzarella Quesadillas. This quick and easy recipe combines creamy cheeses, fresh spinach, and savory red onion, all wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas. Perfect as a light lunch, dinner, or crowd-pleasing appetizer, these quesadillas are packed with nutrients and flavor that will satisfy your cravings. Whether served with a refreshing tzatziki or enjoyed on their own, these quesadillas offer a delightful taste of the Mediterranean in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cooking spray or additional olive oil for the pan
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Remove from heat.
- Lay out tortillas and evenly distribute the sautéed spinach mixture on one half of each tortilla.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese, shredded mozzarella, and sliced red onions.
- Fold tortillas over to create a half-moon shape.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or olive oil. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Let cool briefly before cutting into wedges and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg