Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas with Cilantro Lime

Name: Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas with Cilantro Lime Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Chopped; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt; 8 ounces, weight Mushrooms, Sliced; 1 cup (packed) Fresh Spinach Leaves; 4 Corn Tortillas (check Labels To Ensure These Are Gluten Free); 1/4 cups Shredded Gruyere Cheese; 1/4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese; 6 ounces, weight Plain Greek Yogurt; 1 Tablespoon Milk; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 3 dashes Hot Sauce; 1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Chopped; Salt To Taste

Servings: persons

1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Chopped
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt
8 ounces, weight Mushrooms, Sliced
1 cup (packed) Fresh Spinach Leaves
4 Corn Tortillas (check Labels To Ensure These Are Gluten Free)
1/4 cups Shredded Gruyere Cheese
1/4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
6 ounces, weight Plain Greek Yogurt
1 Tablespoon Milk
1 Tablespoon Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
1 clove Garlic, Minced
1/4 teaspoons Ground Cumin
3 dashes Hot Sauce
1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Chopped
Salt To Taste

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For the quesadillas: 1.
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Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
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Add sliced onion to the dry pan and cook, stirring frequently, until they have a deep brown color (about 5 minutes).
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Add 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil and the sea salt and cook for another 5 minutes or until onions have softened completely.
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Remove to a plate.
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2.
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Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil to the pan along with the sliced mushrooms.
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Cook until softened and brown.
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Add spinach leaves and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
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Remove mushrooms and spinach and set on a plate close to the stove.
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3.
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Meanwhile, in another skillet, grill one side of each of the 4 tortillas then remove to a plate.
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(Feel free to butter them first, but Ive found this isnt necessary if youre using a nonstick pan.)
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4.
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Place 1 tortilla (ungrilled side down) into the skillet.
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Top with half the cheese and toppings then a second tortilla (ungrilled side facing up).
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Grill until bottom tortilla is browned then flip and grill until the second tortilla is browned and cheese is fully melted.
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5.
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Repeat with the second quesedilla then serve immediately with cilantro lime dipping sauce.
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For the sauce: Combine all ingredients together.
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Season with salt.
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Thin with additional milk, hot sauce, or lime juice, if necessary.

312

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Chopped, 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt, 8 ounces, weight Mushrooms, Sliced, and more.

Yes, Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas with Cilantro Lime Dipping Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas with Cilantro Lime Dipping Sauce

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