Mediterranean Spinach and Cheese Quesadillas Recipe
These Mediterranean quesadillas are filled with fresh spinach, feta, mozzarella, and red onion, offering a delicious and cheesy flavor. Perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- optional fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the sliced red onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- Add chopped spinach, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- On one half of each tortilla, distribute the spinach and onion mixture evenly.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella on top.
- Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape and press down gently.
- Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and heat over medium.
- Cook the folded quesadillas for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for a minute, then cut into wedges and serve.
Notes
Serve with tzatziki for a refreshing dip.