Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach Recipe
These Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach offer a delicious fusion of flavors with fresh spinach, tangy feta, creamy mozzarella, and zesty tomato, all melted between crispy golden tortillas. Perfect as a quick lunch or savory snack, they combine the best of Mediterranean ingredients in an easy, skillet-cooked quesadilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, crumbled feta, chopped spinach, diced tomato, thinly sliced red onion, and black pepper. Mix everything well to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon one-fourth of the filling mixture onto one half of the tortilla. Fold the other half over the filling to create a half-moon shape that encloses the mixture.
- Heat the skillet: Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm up but not smoke.
- Cook the quesadilla: Carefully place the filled tortilla into the hot skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom side turns golden brown and crispy.
- Flip and cook the other side: Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the second side is also golden and crispy and the cheese inside has melted thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice into wedges. Serve warm to enjoy the melty Mediterranean flavors at their best.
Notes
- Feel free to add a pinch of dried oregano or crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
- Use low-fat cheeses if aiming for a lower-fat dish.
- Serve with a side of tzatziki or hummus for an authentic Mediterranean touch.
Keywords: Mediterranean Quesadilla, Spinach Quesadilla, Vegetarian Quesadilla, Easy Lunch Recipe, Skillet Quesadilla, Healthy Snack
