Spinach and Mozzarella Quesadillas

Elevate your lunch or dinner game with these irresistible Spinach and Mozzarella Quesadillas—quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring a golden, buttery tortilla packed with a melty layer of mozzarella cheese and tender, garlicky spinach, this recipe combines fresh ingredients with simple steps for a crowd-pleasing meal in under 30 minutes. A sauté of olive oil and minced garlic brings out the robust flavor of wilted spinach, while the cheese melts to creamy perfection for every bite. Ideal for vegetarians and easy to customize with your favorite dips like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole, this cheesy quesadilla recipe is a savory delight that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you're serving them as a snack, appetizer, or light entree, these spinach quesadillas will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.

Step 4

Season the spinach with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Lay two flour tortillas on a clean cutting board or flat surface.

Step 6

Spread 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over each tortilla, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the edges.

Step 7

Distribute the cooked spinach evenly over the cheese layers.

Step 8

Place the remaining two tortillas on top to form two quesadillas.

Step 9

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 10

Carefully transfer one quesadilla to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.

Step 11

Flip the quesadilla using a large spatula and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes, until golden and crispy. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.

Step 12

Repeat the cooking process with the second quesadilla, adding more butter if needed.

Step 13

Slice each quesadilla into quarters with a sharp knife or pizza cutter and serve immediately. Optionally, serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1578.9

Total Fat 109.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 241.8mg	0%
Sodium 3787.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 63.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1971.3mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 198.0mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 21.9%