Description
A quick and easy recipe for melty cheese and tender spinach quesadilla triangles, perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas (about 10-inch diameter)
- 3 cups fresh spinach (about 90g, packed)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (200g; sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack blend recommended)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional extras: diced onions, red pepper flakes, lime juice
Instructions
- Wash fresh spinach thoroughly, drain and pat dry. Toss spinach in a mixing bowl with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned spinach and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted and moisture evaporates. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle about ½ cup shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla. Top with a generous layer of sautéed spinach, then another ½ cup cheese on top. Fold tortilla in half to create a half-moon shape. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Wipe out skillet if needed and heat over medium heat. Cook folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Flip carefully using a wide spatula. Cook one at a time if skillet is small.
- Transfer cooked quesadilla to a cutting board and slice into triangles. Serve warm with dipping sauces like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Notes
Do not overload the filling to avoid messy flipping. Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting. Cook on medium heat for crispy tortillas without burning. Frozen spinach can be used if well-drained. To keep quesadillas warm, place in a 200°F (95°C) oven. These freeze well and reheat best in a toaster oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (1/4 of
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 15
Keywords: quesadilla, spinach, cheesy, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, kid-friendly, vegetarian