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Spinach and Feta Quesadillas: Crispy 20-Minute Lunch Idea.


  • Author: RyderJameson
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Spinach and Feta Quesadillas are a crispy, Mediterranean-inspired lunch option ready in 20 minutes. This quick skillet recipe layers tender spinach, tangy feta, and melty mozzarella between golden tortillas for a bright, savory bite. Perfect for weeknights or a satisfying midday meal, it’s easy to customize with olives or red onion and cuts neatly into wedges. Flavorful, wholesome, and meal-prep friendly—great for busy kitchens, kids, and adults alike. Make-ahead options and reheats well, keeping textures crisp.


Ingredients

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  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Optional: sliced olives or red onion

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add spinach and sauté for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.
  3. In a bowl, combine spinach, feta, mozzarella, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  4. Place a tortilla in a clean skillet over medium heat.
  5. Sprinkle spinach mixture evenly over half of the tortilla.
  6. Fold tortilla over and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  7. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, cook a bit longer until tortillas are deeply golden.
  • Can substitute frozen spinach (thawed and drained) if fresh isn’t available.
  • If you like extra tang, add sliced olives or a few red onions.
  • Pair with a simple green salad or yogurt sauce for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, skillet-fried
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 265
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 17 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 13 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

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