Description
Savory Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas offer a delightful Mexican-inspired comfort meal. Crisp tortillas packed with earthy mushrooms and tender spinach create a quick, satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 (medium) flour tortillas
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups (150 g) fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup (100 g) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Sour cream
- Salsa or pico de gallo
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
- Vegetable Sauté: In a skillet, caramelize onions in olive oil until translucent, then introduce mushrooms, cooking until they develop a rich, golden-brown color and release their earthy aroma.
- Seasoning Blend: Incorporate fresh spinach into the mushroom mixture, allowing it to wilt gracefully. Sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a harmonious flavor profile.
- Quesadilla Assembly: Lay out tortillas and distribute the vegetable medley evenly, topping with a generous layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese for maximum meltiness.
- Baking Process: Carefully cover with remaining tortillas, lightly brush the exterior with olive oil, and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the first side turns golden and crisp.
- Finishing Touch: Flip the quesadillas and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes to ensure uniform browning. Allow a brief resting period before slicing into elegant wedges.
- Serving Suggestion: Plate with complementary condiments such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole to elevate the dining experience.
Notes
Master Moisture Control: Pat mushrooms and spinach dry before cooking to prevent soggy quesadillas, ensuring crisp and perfect texture.
Optimize Cheese Distribution: Spread cheese evenly near edges to create a complete seal and prevent filling from leaking during baking.
Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular tortillas with gluten-free alternatives or use low-fat cheese for healthier versions without compromising flavor.
Enhance Flavor Depth: Experiment with additional spices like cumin or smoked paprika to elevate the overall taste profile and create a more complex culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg