Spinach Quesadilla

Name: Spinach Quesadilla
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce fresh baby spinach (about 1 cup); 1 green onion (chopped); 1/3 small tomato (diced); 1 tsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1 pinch garlic powder; 2 tbsp shredded cheese (ie. Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend); 3 tbsp low-fat cottage cheese; 1 tortilla (whole wheat recommended)

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Quesadillas are always a fan favorite - try this healthy twist!

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Servings

1 Serving

Cal

182 kcal

Protein

12g

Carbs

18g

Fat

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Ingredients

1 ounce fresh baby spinach (about 1 cup)
1 green onion (chopped)
0.33 small tomato (diced)
1 tsp lemon juice
0.25 tsp ground cumin
1 pinch garlic powder
2 tbsp shredded cheese (ie. Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend)
3 tbsp low-fat cottage cheese
1 tortilla (whole wheat recommended)

Instructions

In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the first six ingredients until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses.
Place the tortilla in a pan that has been lightly coated with olive oil. Fill half the tortilla with the spinach mixture and fold over. Cook over medium heat until golden brown, 1-2 minutes per side. Enjoy!