Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these healthy mushroom quesadillas, a perfect fusion of flavor and nutrition. Packed with savory sautéed mushrooms, sweet red bell peppers, and nutrient-rich spinach, this recipe brings a vibrant veggie medley to the forefront. Seasoned with aromatic paprika and cumin, and layered with gooey melted mozzarella or cheddar cheese, these quesadillas boast a satisfying balance of indulgence and wholesome ingredients. Wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas and paired with optional garnishes like fresh avocado slices, salsa, or Greek yogurt, they’re an easy, 25-minute meal that’s perfect for busy lifestyles. These vegetarian quesadillas are not just healthy—they’re irresistibly delicious.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and the peppers soften.
Stir in the fresh spinach, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Remove the vegetable mixture from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return it to medium heat.
Place one tortilla flat in the skillet. Sprinkle approximately 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.
Top the cheese with a portion of the cooked vegetable mixture, spreading it evenly. Add another 2 tablespoons of cheese on top of the vegetables.
Fold the tortilla in half to form a semicircle. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm. Garnish with sliced avocado, fresh salsa, or a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.
Serving size | 1455.3 grams (1455.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1629 |
Total Fat 85.20g | 109% |
Saturated Fat 23.10g | 116% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g | |
Cholesterol 80mg | 27% |
Sodium 4285mg | 186% |
Total Carbohydrate 155.80g | 57% |
Dietary Fiber 42.20g | 151% |
Total Sugars 24.20g | |
Protein 75.00g | 150% |
Vitamin D 16IU | 80% |
Calcium 1489mg | 115% |
Iron 17mg | 94% |
Potassium 5513mg | 117% |
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