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Mediterranean Quesadillas

Savory Mediterranean Quesadillas Ready in 25 Minutes!

Delicious Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach and Feta, ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups fresh spinach can use fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese can substitute with goat cheese or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese can swap with provolone or pepper jack
  • 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes fresh tomatoes are a substitute
  • handful sliced olives Kalamata preferred for classic flavor
For the Tortilla
  • 4 tortillas consider whole wheat for added nutrition
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral vegetable oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the skillet by drizzling olive oil into a non-stick skillet, heating it over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Add 2 cups of fresh spinach to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed spinach with crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and sliced olives.
  4. Return skillet to medium heat, place a tortilla in the center, spoon half of the filling onto one half, fold and press down.
  5. Cook folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let cool for a minute, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always drain spinach and sun-dried tomatoes well. Preheat the skillet for the best crispiness. Customize with favorite veggies. Use freshly shredded mozzarella for gooey texture. Prepare filling in advance for meal prep.

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