Spinach and Feta Quesadillas
Indulge in the savory goodness of Spinach and Feta Quesadillas, featuring a crispy tortilla filled with sautéed spinach and tangy feta cheese. This quick and nutritious recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish bursting with flavor that appeals to all ages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix the sautéed spinach with crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet. Place one tortilla in the skillet, spoon half of the spinach-feta mixture onto one half of the tortilla, and fold it over.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Cut into wedges, serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 141g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg