Heart-Healthy Savory Breakfast Quesadilla
Start your day on a wholesome note with this Heart-Healthy Savory Breakfast Quesadilla! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like whole wheat tortillas, scrambled eggs, baby spinach, red bell peppers, and creamy avocado, this recipe is as delicious as it is good for you. Low-fat cheddar cheese adds just the right amount of indulgence, while fresh cilantro brings a pop of vibrant, aromatic freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quesadilla is cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop, making it a quick, easy, and satisfying breakfast option. Perfect for busy mornings, health-conscious eaters, or anyone craving a savory, protein-packed meal, this breakfast quesadilla is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Whole wheat tortillas
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.5 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Baby spinach
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 Avocado, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom. Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook, stirring gently, until scrambled and just set. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean and place one tortilla in the skillet over medium heat.
Sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over the tortilla.
Add the scrambled eggs, baby spinach, diced red bell pepper, and cilantro on top of the cheese layer.
Place the remaining tortilla on top, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Press down gently with a spatula.
Allow the quesadilla to cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown. Carefully flip the quesadilla over and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden and the cheese has melted.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it sit for a minute to cool slightly. Cut the quesadilla into wedges with a sharp knife or a pizza cutter.
Top the quesadilla wedges with sliced avocado before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.3 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 392 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2202 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 51.0 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 959 mg | 20% | |
*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.
