Description
These Mediterranean Quesadillas are a quick and delicious twist on a classic favorite, packed with fresh spinach, creamy feta, gooey mozzarella, and diced tomato, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for a flavorful lunch or light dinner, they combine vibrant Mediterranean ingredients with satisfying melted cheese and a crispy golden exterior.
Ingredients
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Quesadilla Filling
- 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)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Other
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Assemble the quesadillas: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread one-fourth of the filling mixture evenly over half of the tortilla, then fold the other half over to cover the filling, forming a half-moon shape.
- 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 folded tortilla in the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes on one side until it is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip and cook the other side: Gently flip the quesadilla and cook for another 4 minutes until the second side is also golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a spatula to flip the quesadilla carefully to avoid spilling the filling.
- For a gluten-free alternative, substitute the flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
- Feel free to add other Mediterranean ingredients such as olives or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side of tzatziki or your favorite dipping sauce for an enhanced Mediterranean experience.
- To make it vegan, omit the cheeses and use a plant-based cheese substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
