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Spinach quesadillas

Recipe Information

Description:
Spinach quesadillas is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 5 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 5
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Spinach; Cheese; Tortillas
Category Vegetables; Dairy; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American; Mexican
Diet

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces frozen spinach

  • 2 cups reduced fat Mexican blend shredded cheese

  • 10 whole wheat tortillas

Directions

  • Allow the spinach to thaw and thoroughly drain excess water by placing spinach on a paper towel and pressing down to squeeze the water out.

  • Sprinkle about 1 cup of cheese evenly between 5 tortillas, and then do the same with all of the spinach. After adding the spinach, add a final layer of cheese on top with the remaining cup. Finish by placing another tortilla on top, and pressing together.

  • On a nonstick skillet over medium heat, brown each side of the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes, pushing down lightly on quesadilla with spatula until tortilla is lightly crisp and cheese is melted. Cut into 4 triangles and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 395 cal

  • Total fat: 14g

  • Saturated fat: 7g

  • Cholesterol: 32mg

  • Sodium: 828mg

  • Carbohydrate: 50g

  • Fiber: 9g

  • Sugar: 2g

  • Protein: 21g