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Butternut Squash and Spinach Quesadillas

A healthy and delicious recipe for butternut squash and spinach quesadillas featuring roasted squash, sautéed spinach, and melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x

Ingredients

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1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups fresh baby spinach
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 large flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
Step 2: While the squash is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Drain any excess liquid.
Step 3: Remove the squash from the oven and lightly mash it with a fork in a bowl. Mix in the sautéed spinach.
Step 4: Place a tortilla in a large skillet over medium heat. Spread a layer of the butternut squash and spinach mixture over half of the tortilla.
Step 5: Sprinkle a generous amount of Monterey Jack and goat cheese over the vegetables. Fold the tortilla in half.
Step 6: Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat for the remaining tortillas. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

You can add black beans or roasted peppers for extra flavor and texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Healthy Dinner
  • Cuisine: American/Mexican Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 385 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: butternut squash and spinach quesadillas, healthy dinner, vegetarian quesadillas, autumn recipes, roasted squash

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