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Quesadilla de Espinacas

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, quesadillas are a beloved staple of Mexican cuisine, often filled with cheese and various ingredients. The spinach quesadilla is a delightful variation that incorporates nutritious greens, making it a popular choice for both vegetarians and those looking to add more vegetables to their diet. Today, quesadillas are enjoyed worldwide, often customized with various fillings and served with an array of toppings.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 bar of butter
1/2 onion
1 bell pepper
1 bag of baby spinach
5 pieces of low-fat mozzarella cheese
vegetable seasoning packet
tortillas for burritos

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber, while corn tortillas are often cheaper.

1

Melt 1/2 bar of butter in a skillet over low to medium heat.

2

Add 1/2 diced onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for about 1.5 minutes until softened.

3

Add the entire bag of baby spinach to the skillet and press down slightly, then cover to cook quickly with steam.

4

Stir the mixture to combine the flavors of the onion and bell pepper with the spinach.

5

Add a vegetable seasoning packet to the mixture (or substitute with half a teaspoon of chicken bouillon or just a bit of salt).

6

Remove the mixture from the skillet and drain any excess liquid into a separate container.

7

In the same skillet, place a tortilla to warm it up on low heat.

8

Add 5 pieces of low-fat mozzarella cheese on one half of the tortilla.

9

Add the spinach mixture on top of the cheese.

10

Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.

11

Cover the skillet to help melt the cheese and cook for about 50 seconds on one side.

12

Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 40-50 seconds on the other side until golden and crispy.

13

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

skilletspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Spinach Quesadilla
Local Name: Quesadilla de Espinacas

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