Best way to grow 5-Star Quesadillas with SpinachQuesadillas with Spinach
This recipe provides a delicious and quick way to make quesadillas packed with spinach. It's a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or a simple lunch.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 count flour tortillas medium-sized
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Optional Toppings
- salsa
- sour cream
- guacamole
Instructions
Preparation
- Wilt the spinach: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the fresh spinach, cooking until it wilts completely.
- Squeeze out excess water from the wilted spinach and roughly chop it.
Assembly and Cooking
- Assemble the quesadillas: Spread about 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over one half of a tortilla, then top with a portion of the chopped spinach and another 1/4 cup of cheese.
- Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the quesadillas: Melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a clean skillet over medium heat.
- Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas, adding more butter as needed for each quesadilla.
Serving
- Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the spinach while wilting. Consider adding grilled chicken or black beans for a more substantial meal.