Description
Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas are a quick and delicious comfort food that combines crispy tortillas with a gooey, cheesy filling packed with nutritious spinach and savory mushrooms. Perfect for any meal—from a satisfying lunch to a delightful dinner or snack—these quesadillas are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. With just a few fresh ingredients and minimal prep time, you can serve up this mouthwatering dish in no time. Get ready to enjoy a flavorful experience that’s both healthy and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (8-inch) tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups chopped fresh spinach
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- Olive oil (optional for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
- Microwave sliced mushrooms in a microwave-safe bowl for 2-3 minutes; drain excess liquid.
- Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil and place oiled side down on a baking sheet.
- On half of each tortilla, layer half of the cheese, followed by spinach, softened mushrooms, and remaining cheese before folding over.
- Bake for 6 minutes, flip carefully, then bake for an additional 6-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow quesadillas to cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (146g)
- Calories: 327
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 522mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions for added flavor. For a spicier kick, incorporate diced jalapeños into the filling.