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Healthy Turkey and Spinach Quesadilla Rolls

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These quesadilla rolls are a quick, nutritious snack featuring lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and melted mozzarella cheese wrapped in whole wheat tortillas. They are crispy on the outside, gooey inside, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 whole wheat tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Low-sodium salsa or favorite dipping sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
  3. Season the turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
  4. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  5. Lay out each tortilla flat. Spread about 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the center, leaving a 1-inch border.
  6. Top cheese with about 1/4 cup of the turkey and spinach mixture.
  7. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log, tucking in sides gently. Secure with toothpicks if desired.
  8. Place rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops lightly with olive oil.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool 3-5 minutes. Slice each roll into 1-inch pieces and serve with salsa or dipping sauce.

Notes

Do not overload tortillas with filling to prevent leaks. Let turkey and spinach mixture cool before assembling to avoid soggy tortillas. Brush rolls with olive oil before baking for extra crispiness. Reheat leftovers in toaster or conventional oven for best texture. Use gluten-free tortillas for gluten sensitivity and plant-based cheese for dairy-free option.

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