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Delicious Mediterranean Quesadillas filled with fresh ingredients

Mediterranean Quesadillas

Delicious quesadillas filled with spinach, feta, and mozzarella, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large large flour tortillas Use gluten-free tortillas if needed.
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 pinch salt Taste carefully because feta is salty.

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 squeeze of lemon For brightness.
  • 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped For brightness.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and a pinch of salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized, about 6–8 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Toss in the chopped spinach and oregano; cook just until wilted, about 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Assembly

  • Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle half the mozzarella evenly, then spoon a generous layer of the spinach-onion mixture, scatter crumbled feta on top, and finish with the remaining mozzarella.
  • Top with a second tortilla and press gently.

Cooking

  • Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium heat. Place the assembled quesadilla in the skillet and cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing down with a spatula, until the outside is golden-brown and cheese is melted.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Serving

  • Let the quesadillas rest for a minute before slicing into wedges so the cheese sets slightly. Serve warm with a lemon wedge, tzatziki, or your favorite salsa.

Notes

Use a mix of cheeses for the best melt and flavor: mozzarella for stretch and feta for tang. Don't overload the filling; less is more to avoid breaking the tortilla. For crispier quesadillas, brush the outside of the tortilla lightly with olive oil or melted butter before cooking. If your skillet isn't big enough, press gently with a second pan or a heavy spatula for even contact. If you want more veggie variety, fold in roasted red peppers or sautéed mushrooms.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Cheese, feta, Mediterranean, Quesadilla, Spinach
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