Low Sodium Spinach Quesadilla
Elevate your snack or lunch game with this quick and wholesome Low Sodium Spinach Quesadilla recipe! Perfectly crafted for health-conscious eaters, these quesadillas feature nutritious whole wheat tortillas, fresh sautéed spinach, and a savory low-sodium Mexican-style cheese blend. Seasoned optionally with garlic powder and red chili flakes for extra flavor, this recipe is big on taste without compromising your sodium intake. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a hassle-free meal with minimal prep time, making it ideal for busy days. Serve these warm, cheesy quesadillas with a zesty side of low-sodium salsa for a satisfying, guilt-free delight that's perfect for two!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Whole wheat tortillas (low sodium)
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Low-sodium shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional, low sodium)
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional for spice)
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium salsa (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and sauté them for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove the spinach from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean or use a separate skillet. Place one whole wheat tortilla on the skillet over medium heat.
Sprinkle half of the shredded low-sodium cheese on one half of the tortilla.
Layer the sautéed spinach evenly over the cheese.
Optionally, sprinkle garlic powder and red chili flakes over the spinach for added flavor.
Top the spinach with the remaining half of the cheese and fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Repeat the process with the second tortilla to make the second quesadilla.
Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with a side of low-sodium salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 433 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 941 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 793 mg | 17% | |
*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.
