Heart-Healthy Savory Breakfast Quesadilla

Start your morning on a nutritious note with this Heart-Healthy Savory Breakfast Quesadilla, a flavorful twist on a breakfast classic! Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat tortillas, protein-rich scrambled eggs, vibrant baby spinach, and sweet red bell peppers, this recipe is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Low-fat cheddar cheese brings a touch of indulgence, while creamy avocado slices and fresh cilantro add a burst of freshness to every bite. Perfectly golden and melty, these quesadillas come together in just 20 minutes, making them an excellent choice for a quick yet balanced breakfast. Whether you're looking to fuel your day or enjoy a light brunch, this heart-healthy quesadilla is sure to impress with its combination of health and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 Whole wheat tortillas
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 Avocado, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom. Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook, stirring gently, until scrambled and just set. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Wipe the skillet clean and place one tortilla in the skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over the tortilla.

Step 6

Add the scrambled eggs, baby spinach, diced red bell pepper, and cilantro on top of the cheese layer.

Step 7

Place the remaining tortilla on top, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Press down gently with a spatula.

Step 8

Allow the quesadilla to cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown. Carefully flip the quesadilla over and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden and the cheese has melted.

Step 9

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it sit for a minute to cool slightly. Cut the quesadilla into wedges with a sharp knife or a pizza cutter.

Step 10

Top the quesadilla wedges with sliced avocado before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(452.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	857.9

Total Fat 46.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 2202.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 51.0g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 583.8mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 958.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 29.3%