Mediterranean Quesadillas
Mediterranean Quesadillas are a delightful blend of fresh spinach, tangy feta, and creamy mozzarella, all wrapped in crispy tortillas.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach, chopped Avoid using wilted spinach.
- 1 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled Store leftover feta in the refrigerator.
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded Use low-moisture mozzarella for best melt.
- 1 medium Red Onion, thinly sliced Use raw for sharp bite or sauté for sweetness.
- 4 large Flour Tortillas Choose fresh tortillas to avoid breakage.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Brush on the quesadilla for a crispy finish.
- to taste Salt Adjust according to personal preference.
- to taste Pepper Freshly cracked for bolder flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sliced red onions, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts and onions soften.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella until well combined.
Assembly and Cooking
- Lay one tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the spinach and cheese mixture onto one half. Fold the tortilla over.
- In the skillet, add a little more olive oil and cook the folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, pressing gently with a spatula.
- Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing into wedges for serving.
Notes
Serve on a colorful platter with salsa or tzatziki. One quesadilla usually serves two, but make extras for guests.