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Mediterranean Quesadillas with Spinach, Feta, Mozzarella, and Red Onion

Crispy, cheesy quesadillas filled with spinach, feta, mozzarella, and caramelized red onions for a quick Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
Quesadilla Base
  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté red onions for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  2. Add chopped spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Season with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine spinach-onion mixture with feta and mozzarella in a bowl.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla and spread filling over half, then fold.
  5. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  6. Slice into wedges and serve warm with optional tzatziki or lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage.