Description
Savory spinach feta quesadillas blend Mediterranean and Mexican flavors into a quick, irresistible meal. Crisp tortillas cradle melted cheese and earthy spinach, creating a delightful fusion perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein and Cheese:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) feta cheese, crumbled
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) packed spinach, steamed, squeezed, drained, and chopped
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) mixed herbs (mint, dill, and parsley), chopped
Wrap:
- 2 (8-inch) tortillas
Instructions
- Combine finely chopped spinach, minced herbs, sliced green onions, and crumbled feta in a mixing bowl, creating a vibrant and flavorful filling mixture.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat with a light coating of oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place a tortilla in the heated pan, immediately sprinkle half of the shredded cheese across the surface.
- Distribute the prepared spinach and feta mixture evenly over the melting cheese layer.
- Scatter the remaining shredded cheese on top of the spinach filling to ensure complete coverage.
- Carefully position the second tortilla over the cheese and filling, pressing gently to create a sealed quesadilla.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla turns golden brown and crispy, monitoring heat to prevent burning.
- Skillfully flip the quesadilla using a wide spatula, cooking the opposite side for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is fully melted and tortilla is crisp.
- Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and slice into triangular wedges using a sharp knife.
- Serve immediately while warm, optionally accompanied by salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Enhance cheese meltability by grating it freshly at home for smoother, creamier texture.
- Drain excess moisture from spinach using a clean kitchen towel to prevent soggy quesadillas.
- Try different cheese combinations like adding goat cheese or sharp cheddar for extra flavor complexity.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting regular tortillas with corn tortillas or gluten-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg