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Easy Crispy Spinach and Feta Breakfast Quesadillas

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A quick and easy breakfast quesadilla recipe featuring crispy tortillas filled with wilted spinach, tangy feta, and melty cheese, perfect for busy mornings or a satisfying brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed, washed and roughly chopped
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella and sharp cheddar blend)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or smoked paprika
  • Optional: fresh herbs like dill or parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until just wilted. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the wilted spinach with crumbled feta and shredded cheeses. Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika if desired. Stir gently to mix evenly.
  4. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread half of the filling evenly over one half of the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half over to create a half-moon shape and press gently to seal.
  5. Wipe out the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil or butter over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook another 3-4 minutes on the other side until cheese is melted and tortilla is crispy but not burnt.
  7. Repeat assembly and cooking with the second tortilla and remaining filling.
  8. Let quesadillas rest for a minute before slicing into wedges to help the filling set.

Notes

Use moderate heat to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts. Wilt spinach well and drain excess moisture to prevent soggy quesadillas. Rest quesadillas before slicing for cleaner cuts. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas; for dairy-free, substitute cheeses with vegan alternatives.

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Keywords: spinach, feta, breakfast quesadilla, crispy quesadilla, easy breakfast, quick breakfast, cheesy, vegetarian

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