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Cheesy Mediterranean quesadilla sliced into triangles on a white plate served with tzatziki dipping sauce

Cheesy Mediterranean Quesadilla

A crispy, cheesy Mediterranean quesadilla packed with fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, red onion, crumbled feta, and melted mozzarella. Ready in 25 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 quesadillas
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 775

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large tomato diced into 1/2-inch pieces, patted dry
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped, soaked in cold water 5 minutes if desired
  • 2 cups fresh spinach moisture squeezed out firmly before using
  • 0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese block feta crumbled by hand recommended
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese full-fat for best melt
  • 3 flour tortillas 8-inch size
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp olive oil use about 1 tsp per batch for cooking

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Wide spatula
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomato, red onion, squeezed spinach, crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, and dried oregano. Toss gently until evenly mixed. Do not overmix or the tomato will release too much juice.
  2. Lay all three tortillas flat on a clean surface. Scoop roughly one third of the filling onto one half of each tortilla, keeping it about half an inch from the edge. Fold the empty half over the filling and press down lightly.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add about 1 teaspoon of olive oil and let it warm for 30 seconds. Slide one folded quesadilla into the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes without pressing down until the bottom is deep golden and crispy.
  4. Flip carefully with a wide spatula and cook the second side for another 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is evenly browned. If the cheese is not fully melted, lower the heat slightly and give it one more minute. Cook remaining quesadillas one at a time.
  5. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 1 full minute before slicing. Cut into halves or triangles and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Always squeeze spinach firmly before mixing to prevent sogginess. Pat diced tomato dry with a paper towel for best results. Use full-fat mozzarella for the best cheese pull. Reheat leftovers in a dry skillet over medium heat for crispy texture. Leftover filling can be prepped up to 24 hours ahead.