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Mediterranean spinach and feta quesadillas
Nawaal Ahmed

Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach, Feta & Mozzarella

Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach, Feta & Mozzarella
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large flour tortillas about 25–28 cm / 10–11 in
  • 2 cups fresh spinach washed and chopped (60 g)
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced (about 100 g)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 15 ml
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 100 g
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 100 g
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice 15 ml
  • Optional: 1/4 cup kalamata olives sliced (40 g)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and measuring spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Cheese grater
  • Paper towels
  • Plate or tray

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and warm.
  2. Add the sliced red onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it softens and begins to turn translucent.
  3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet, sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano, and cook until the spinach wilts and aromas rise, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Remove the sautéed spinach and onion mixture to a bowl, then stir in lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
  5. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return it to medium heat.
  6. Lay one tortilla flat in the skillet and sprinkle a generous layer of shredded mozzarella across one half of the tortilla.
  7. Add half of the sautéed spinach mixture evenly on top of the mozzarella layer.
  8. Scatter the crumbled feta over the spinach, and add olives if using them.
  9. Sprinkle a bit more mozzarella on top to help bind the filling.
  10. Fold the tortilla over so it forms a semicircle enclosing the filling.
  11. Cook the quesadilla for 2–3 minutes on the first side until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.
  12. Carefully flip the quesadilla with a spatula and cook the other side until it matches in color and the cheeses inside are melted.
  13. Transfer the finished quesadilla to a cutting board and let it rest for a minute before slicing.
  14. Repeat the process with remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
  15. Cut each quesadilla into wedges using a sharp knife or pizza cutter and serve while hot.

Notes

Protein: 18 g

Carbohydrates: 40 g

Fat: 24 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 4 g

Sodium: 820 mg