Spinach and Cheese Quesadillas
Quick and easy spinach and cheese quesadillas that come together in minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Any good melting cheese will work.
- 1/2 cup cooked beans Optional, can use black or pinto.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.
For Serving
- to taste salsa or guacamole For dipping.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese on one half of the tortilla.
- Top with chopped spinach and any beans if using.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the spinach, then fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from the skillet and cut into wedges. Serve with salsa or guacamole.
Notes
For best results, monitor the heat to ensure the tortillas cook evenly without burning. You can bake these quesadillas by brushing them with oil and baking at 400°F for 8-10 minutes if preferred.