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Mouthwatering Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas You Need to Try

Learn how to make delicious Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients — fresh, simple, and full of flavor. I always reach for baby spinach that’s bright green and crisp, and mushrooms that are firm and fragrant. The cheese is essential for that gooey, melty goodness, so I opt for a good-quality shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack. Whenever possible, I use whole wheat tortillas to add a bit more fiber and nutrition, but regular flour tortillas work beautifully too.

  • 4 large whole wheat or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 ½ cups mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ cup diced red onion for added sweetness
  • Optional: Sour cream or salsa for serving

If you want to switch things up, feel free to swap the mushrooms for sautéed bell peppers or zucchini. For a vegan twist, try dairy-free cheese and skip the butter or use olive oil for brushing.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms (and red onion if using) to the skillet. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped spinach and cumin. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper to taste; then remove from heat.
  5. Place one tortilla on the baking sheet. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla.
  6. Add a spoonful of the spinach-mushroom mixture on top of the cheese, then sprinkle a little more cheese over the filling (this helps everything stick together).
  7. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil for a golden finish.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tortillas are crisp and cheese is melted.
  10. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then slice into wedges and serve with your favorite dips.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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