Best 5 Spinach Whole Wheat Quesadillas Recipes
Spinach whole wheat quesadillas are a delicious and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with whole wheat tortillas, spinach, cheese, and your favorite fillings. With a variety of options to choose from, you can create a quesadilla that is sure to please everyone at the table. Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is a good source of vitamin K, vitamin A, and folate. Whole wheat tortillas are a good source of fiber, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Cheese is a good source of calcium, protein, and vitamin D. Quesadillas are also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. So next time you have some leftover chicken, beef, or vegetables, throw them into a quesadilla and enjoy a delicious and easy meal.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SPINACH QUESADILLAS
My family gave these cheesy quesadillas oohs and aahs. Remove the spinach from the heat as soon as it wilts so it keeps a little bit of crunch. -Pam Kaiser, Mansfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir first 6 ingredients until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses., Top half of each tortilla with spinach mixture; fold other half over filling. Place on a griddle coated with cooking spray; cook over medium heat until golden brown, 1-2 minutes per side. Cut quesadillas in half; if desired, serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH WHOLE WHEAT QUESADILLAS
This is a super quick, easy, and light dinner. This also makes a great snack or appetizer. It looks like a lot of spinach at first, but it shrinks down a lot in no time during cooking. Other types of tortillas can be used if whole wheat isn't available. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Provided by Tracy X
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1 tortilla onto the skillet. Sprinkle about half the Cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla. Top with the spinach, green onions, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cover with the remaining Cheddar cheese. Place the second tortilla on top.
- Cook until the bottom tortilla starts to develop a bit of color and starts to crisp, about 3 minutes. To flip and cook the other side, slide the quesadilla off the non-stick pan onto a dinner plate, cover with another dinner plate and flip. The crispy tortilla side should now be on top. Slide the quesadilla back onto the pan and cook until the bottom tortilla starts turning crisp, about 3 minutes more. Slide onto a cutting board, and cut into 8 wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 502.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SPINACH WHOLE WHEAT QUESADILLAS
This is a super quick, easy, and light dinner. This also makes a great snack or appetizer. It looks like a lot of spinach at first, but it shrinks down a lot in no time during cooking. Other types of tortillas can be used if whole wheat isn't available. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Provided by Tracy X
Categories Mexican Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1 tortilla onto the skillet. Sprinkle about half the Cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla. Top with the spinach, green onions, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cover with the remaining Cheddar cheese. Place the second tortilla on top.
- Cook until the bottom tortilla starts to develop a bit of color and starts to crisp, about 3 minutes. To flip and cook the other side, slide the quesadilla off the non-stick pan onto a dinner plate, cover with another dinner plate and flip. The crispy tortilla side should now be on top. Slide the quesadilla back onto the pan and cook until the bottom tortilla starts turning crisp, about 3 minutes more. Slide onto a cutting board, and cut into 8 wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 502.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
BEEF, BLUE CHEESE AND SPINACH QUESADILLAS
This was a recipe that I received at a recent Weight Watchers meeting. Though it's full of yummy beef, cheese and spinach, according to Weight Watchers, only has 8 points for 1 whole quesadilla. (Serving suggestion by WW was 1/4 of a quesadilla for 2 pts, but I made these, and we each ate 1 whole for dinner.) My husband and I really liked them--they do not have a traditional flavor, but the blue cheese is so yummy. Adjust the heat of the taco sauce and the amount of red pepper flakes to your spiciness liking. We served these with extra taco sauce on the side.
Provided by AndreaVT96
Categories Cheese
Time 28m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together the beef and taco sauce.
- Lay 2 tortillas flat and divide beef mixture between them.
- Sprinkle each tortilla with half the cheese, half the spinach and half the red pepper flakes. Top each with a remaining tortilla.
- Put a large, heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place one quesadilla in skillet and cook until brown spots form on bottom of tortilla, a few minutes each side. Flip and repeat; remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve.
SPINACH PIZZA QUESADILLAS
This simple five-ingredient dinner is special to me because my daughter and I created it together. You can make variations with other veggies you might have at home. It's a smart way to get kids to eat healthier. -Tanna Mancini, Gulfport, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. On half of each tortilla, layer 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup spinach and about 2 tablespoons sauce. Fold other half over filling. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray., Bake until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 650mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have whole wheat tortillas, you can use regular tortillas.
- You can add other ingredients to the quesadillas, such as cooked chicken, black beans, or corn.
- Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- Quesadillas can be made ahead of time and reheated later.
Conclusion:
Spinach whole wheat quesadillas are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a Mexican-inspired meal. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give spinach whole wheat quesadillas a try.
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