Spinach Quesadillas with Feta Cheese

Vegetarian
Health score
24%
Spinach Quesadillas with Feta Cheese
20 min.
16
63kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Spinach Quesadillas with Feta Cheese! Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a festive celebration, these vegetarian quesadillas are not only easy to make but also packed with flavor.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delightful treats that serve up to 16 people. Each quesadilla is a harmonious blend of creamy reduced-fat cream cheese, savory feta, and nutrient-rich spinach, all nestled between soft, fat-free flour tortillas. The addition of ripe olives and finely chopped red onion adds a burst of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more.

These quesadillas are not just tasty; they are also a guilt-free option, with only 63 calories per serving. They make for a perfect starter, snack, or antipasti dish that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. To elevate your presentation, serve them alongside cherry tomatoes topped with a dollop of fat-free sour cream, creating a colorful and appetizing platter that is sure to catch the eye.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful Spinach Quesadilla recipe. It's a simple yet satisfying dish that showcases the beauty of vegetarian cooking!

Ingredients

  • 16  cherry tomatoes 
  • ounce feta cheese crumbled
  • 8-inch flour tortilla fat-free (es in diameter)
  • oz spinach frozen thawed chopped
  • 0.3 cup cream cheese with roasted garlic soft reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup olives ripe sliced
  • tablespoon onion red finely chopped
  • tablespoons cream fat-free sour

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Spread 2 tortillas with cream cheese.
  2. Layer spinach, onion and feta cheese over cream cheese. Top with remaining 2 tortillas; press lightly.
  3. Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla in skillet 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until light golden brown.
  4. Cut each quesadilla into 8 wedges.
  5. Cut cherry tomatoes in half; top with sour cream, tomato halves and olives. Secure with toothpicks.
  6. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein14.84%
Fat33.38%
Carbs51.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.5
Glycemic Load
2.02
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.1560868228907%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.35kcal
3.17%
Fat:2.41g
3.7%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.26%
Carbohydrates:8.4g
2.8%
Net Carbohydrates:7.29g
2.65%
Sugar:1.26g
1.4%
Cholesterol:3.74mg
1.25%
Sodium:176.22mg
7.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.41g
4.81%
Vitamin K:60.82µg
57.92%
Vitamin A:1993.33IU
39.87%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.74%
Folate:38.94µg
9.74%
Selenium:4.4µg
6.29%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.05%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.87%
Calcium:58.46mg
5.85%
Vitamin C:4.8mg
5.82%
Phosphorus:52.2mg
5.22%
Iron:0.91mg
5.05%
Fiber:1.11g
4.43%
Magnesium:17.38mg
4.34%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.34%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.82%
Potassium:122.27mg
3.49%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.96%
Copper:0.05mg
2.69%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.75%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.15%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.08%