Description
These Mushroom & Spinach Quesadillas are a cheesy, savory treat loaded with earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and melty cheese, all tucked inside a golden, crispy tortilla. They’re ready in just 25 minutes, making them a fantastic option for a quick lunch, easy weeknight dinner, or party snack. Enjoy this flavorful vegetarian dish—perfectly satisfying whether served alone or with your favorite dips.
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Tortillas & Cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, sautéing until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Greens: Stir in the fresh spinach, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the spinach is wilted and everything is well combined, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Heat a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place one tortilla on the skillet. Sprinkle half of the tortilla with about 2 tablespoons of cheese, then layer with a spoonful of the mushroom-spinach mixture, and top with another 2 tablespoons of cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
- Cook the Quesadilla: Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Press gently with a spatula to help seal and crisp.
- Repeat & Serve: Repeat the assembling and cooking process with the remaining tortillas and filling. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm, with salsa or sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Use baby spinach for a tender texture and milder flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese blends for extra flavor.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a touch of heat.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.
- Leftover filling can be refrigerated and used in omelets or wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg