Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 pinch

Salt

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 unit

Water

to knead

1 cup

Spinach Leaves

washed and chopped

1 cup

Sweet corn

4 tbsp

Del Monte Cheesy Garlic Mayo

1 unit

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

for cooking

Step 1
~6 min

Knead the dough for the tortillas by mixing whole wheat flour, salt, olive oil, and water until firm but not sticky.

Step 2
~6 min

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest.

Step 3
~6 min

Heat olive oil in a saucepan, add spinach and sweet corn, and sauté for 2 minutes until spinach is cooked and water is evaporated.

Step 4
~6 min

Turn off the heat and add cheesy garlic mayo. Toss until combined.

Step 5
~6 min

Take a medium-sized ball of dough and roll it into a flat, round shape, not too thin.

Step 6
~6 min

Heat a tawa and cook the tortilla on each side for 30 seconds.

Step 7
~6 min

Spoon the spinach and corn mixture onto one side of the tortilla and fold the other side over to create a half semi-circle.

Step 8
~6 min

Drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil and cook on each side until crisp and browned.

Step 9
~6 min

Cut the quesadilla into half to form a triangle and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.

Serve with your favorite salsa or guacamole.

Use different types of cheese for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with yogurt dip.

Pairs well with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt Dip
Homemade Pomegranate Juice
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Quesadillas are a staple in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Snack
Lunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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