A quick and satisfying vegetarian quesadilla featuring wilted spinach, tangy feta, and melty cheddar cheese in a crispy tortilla—perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Author:Sophia
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:2 servings (2 large quesadillas)
Category:Main
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch / 20–25 cm)
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Optional: 1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with pepper and red pepper flakes if using. Remove from heat.
Press the spinach mixture in a strainer or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Preheat a clean skillet over medium-low heat. Place one tortilla flat in the skillet.
On half the tortilla, layer 1/4 cup cheddar, 1/3 of spinach mixture, 1/3 of the feta, and another 1/4 cup cheddar.
Fold tortilla over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Let rest 1 minute before cutting into wedges. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
Pressing moisture out of spinach is key for crisp quesadillas.
Customize with extra veggies, different cheeses, or cooked meat.