Grilled Quesadillas with Feta Spinach and Olive Lemon Relish
Elevate your quesadilla game with these irresistible Grilled Quesadillas with Feta, Spinach, and Olive Lemon Relish—a Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic favorite! This quick and flavorful recipe combines nutty crumbled feta, fresh baby spinach, and gooey mozzarella all perfectly encased in golden, crispy flour tortillas. The pièce de résistance? A tangy, zesty olive lemon relish made with Kalamata olives, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic and lemon that adds a burst of brightness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve them warm and watch as this fusion of creamy, savory, and citrusy flavors takes center stage! Perfect for fans of easy vegetarian meals with a Mediterranean flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Flour tortillas
- 1 cup (crumbled) Feta cheese
- 2 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (softened) Butter
Instructions
In a small bowl, prepare the olive lemon relish by mixing the chopped Kalamata olives, fresh parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and set aside for the flavors to meld.
Lay out the flour tortillas on a flat work surface. On half of each tortilla, evenly spread a layer of crumbled feta cheese, fresh baby spinach, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
Fold each tortilla in half to create a semicircle, pressing gently to seal the edges.
Preheat a grill pan or large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly butter the outside of each tortilla to ensure a golden, crispy finish during grilling.
Place the quesadillas on the heated grill pan or skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortillas are crisp and golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove the quesadillas from the grill and let cool for 1 minute before slicing into wedges.
Serve the grilled quesadillas warm, topped with or alongside the olive lemon relish. Enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.1 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 6848 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 65.4 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1945 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
