Keto Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas are a low-carb dish with a savory and delicious taste. They are crispy on the surface, cheesy on the inside, and stuffed with flavorful vegetables. It makes them lighter and less difficult to make when baking instead of pan-frying. These Keto Baked Spinach Mushroom Quesadillas are ideal for evening dinners or casual lunches. Spinach gives freshness, mushrooms provide a nutritious texture, and melted cheese brings everything together in the most delicious way. It contains four grams of net carbs. Using low-carb tortillas allows you to have that familiar quesadilla bite without damaging your keto diet. These quesadillas are tasty and simple. This recipe takes only thirty-three minutes to prepare and stores well for 50-60 days in the freezer.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Caloric content: 310 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
- Course: Lunch, Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Time for prep: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 18 minutes
- Working time (in total): 33 minutes
- Size/serving: 1 quesadilla
- Yield in total: 4 quesadillas
- Mode of cooking: Baking
- Level of difficulty: Easy
TOOLS:
- Skillet
- Knife
- Baking tray
- Cutting board
- Parchment paper
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
INGREDIENTS:
- Salt
- 2 cups of fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- Half a cup of cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 keto tortillas
- 1/2 tsp of garlic powder
- Black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups of mushrooms, sliced
- Onion powder, half a tsp
- 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:
SPINACH:
- Spinach provides nutrients and color with few carbs. Frozen spinach works best when completely warmed and squeezed dry.
KETO TORTILLAS:
- Keto tortillas make the quesadillas low-carb. Tortillas made with almond or coconut flour are perfect. You can utilize cheese-based tortillas for the keto version.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- The mozzarella cheese melts easily and holds the mixture together. Monterey Jack and provolone are both good keto replacements.
MUSHROOMS:
- Mushrooms offer a strong, almost meaty texture. You can use zucchini or eggplant in small amounts.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese delivers a strong flavor. If you want more heat without adding carbs, Pepper Jack is a good option.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200°C).
- Cover a baking tray with paper (parchment).
- Warm the butter in the pan.
- Cook mushrooms till tender, for four minutes.
- Include the spinach and cook till properly wilted.
- Combine with salt, garlic powder, pepper, and onion powder.
- Put it away from the flame and leave it to chill lightly.
- Arrange the tortillas on a baking tray.
- Garnish half a side of tortillas with the cheese.
- Equally spread the spinach-mushroom mixture.
- Stir with the leftover cheese.
- Wrap the tortillas up to close.
- Bake till crispy and brown, for twelve to fifteen minutes.
- Before serving and slicing, leave it to chill completely.
TIPS:
- For more protein, include bacon or cooked chicken.
- Tortillas will break down if you fill them too much.
- To avoid it from sticking, you can use parchment paper.
- For neat cutting, leave the quesadillas to rest.
- When baking, carefully turn its half half-side down once.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE PAIRINGS:
- Avocado Salad
- Mexican Cauliflower Rice
SAUCES & DIPS:
- Chipotle Mayo
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
PROTEIN ADD-ONS:
- Steak Strips
- Grilled Chicken
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep chilled quesadillas in a closed vessel for three days.
FREEZING:
- Store baked quesadillas for 20-30 days. Directly bake it to remove the ice completely, and increase the cooking time for about three to five minutes.
FAQs:
How can I prepare a non-dairy version?
- You can utilize dairy-free keto cheese replacements.
Could we make this dish in advance?
- Yes, you can refrigerate it and assemble first, then bake it when prepared.
Are they crunchy even without being fried?
- Yes, baking at high temperatures results in a crisp outer layer.
Do mushrooms produce too much moisture?
- In advance of cooking them prevents them from becoming soggy.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING:
Calories: 310 kcal
Size/serve: 1 quesadilla
Carbs in total: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Net carbs: 4 g
Fats: 24 g
Sugar: 1.5 g
Proteins: 18 g
Sodium: ~420 mg