Savory Spinach Breakfast Quesadillas Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

These savory spinach breakfast quesadillas are a delicious and healthy option for your morning routine. Packed with fresh spinach and cheese, they are perfect for breakfast and brunch, and can easily be made ahead for meal prep.

Using tortillas as the base, this recipe combines nutritious ingredients to create a satisfying breakfast that is both quick to prepare and full of flavor.

Easy Spinach Breakfast Quesadillas Recipe

These quesadillas feature sautéed spinach and melted cheese sandwiched between tortillas, making them a great choice for a healthy breakfast meal prep. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

4 large flour or corn tortillas
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Sour cream or salsa for serving (optional)

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Wash and chop the spinach. Grate the cheese if not pre-shredded.
Sauté Spinach: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted (about 2-3 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Assemble Quesadillas: Place half of the tortillas in the skillet. On each tortilla, layer the sautéed spinach and shredded cheese. Top with the remaining tortillas.
Cook Quesadillas: Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly.
Serve: Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream or salsa if desired.