Simple Spinach Quesadillas
Whip up a quick and delicious meal with these Simple Spinach Quesadillas—perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying snack! Packed with vibrant sautéed spinach, melted gooey cheese, and a hint of garlic, these quesadillas bring fresh flavor to your table in just 20 minutes. Each quesadilla is sandwiched between golden, crispy tortillas, creating the ultimate combination of crunch and creaminess. Finished on the stovetop with buttery perfection, they pair beautifully with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, this recipe is a delightful way to add more greens to your day without sacrificing indulgence. Perfect for two but easily scalable, these vegetarian quesadillas are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella, or a Mexican blend)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Lay out two flour tortillas on a clean surface. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over each tortilla.
Divide the cooked spinach evenly between the two tortillas, spreading it on top of the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the spinach. Place another tortilla on top of each to make two quesadillas.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.
Carefully place one quesadilla into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and crispy.
Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and the cheese is melted. Remove from skillet and repeat the process with the second quesadilla, adding the remaining butter as needed.
Slice the quesadillas into quarters and serve immediately with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.2 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2450 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1091 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 324 mg | 7% | |
*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.
