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Quesadillas con Espinacas

Cultural Context

Quesadillas con Espinacas are a delightful variation of the traditional Mexican quesadilla, which typically features cheese and various fillings. Originating from the regions of Mexico, these spinach-filled quesadillas celebrate the use of fresh ingredients and are often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. They are a popular choice among vegetarians and are often served with salsas or dips, highlighting Mexico's rich culinary heritage. Today, quesadillas have gained popularity worldwide, with countless variations adapted to local tastes.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 manojo grande de espinacas frescas
1 ajo fileteado
1 trozo de cebolla fileteada
1 cda mantequilla
Sal de mar al gusto
4 tortilla de harina
300 g queso Oaxaca (o al gusto)
Hojas de lechuga
Salsa de chile morita

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with less fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Corn tortillas are often less expensive.

1

Prepare the spinach in advance to save time when assembling the quesadillas.

2

Heat butter in a skillet.

3

Add sliced onion and sauté until translucent.

4

Add sliced garlic and cook until fragrant.

5

Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.

6

Season with sea salt to taste.

7

Place a flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese on half of it, then add the spinach mixture.

8

Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape and cook until the bottom is golden and the cheese is melted.

9

Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden.

10

Remove from skillet and serve with lettuce leaves and morita chili sauce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Spinach Quesadillas
Local Name: Quesadillas con Espinacas

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