Vegetarian Lentil Quesadillas

Vegetarian Lentil Quesadillas! The perfect weeknight vegetarian dinner. Spicy spinach, lentil and mushroom filling with pepperjack cheese. Ready in less than 30 minutes.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 10 oz. package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• 8 flour tortillas

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and a pinch of salt and let cooked until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
2. 2Add the spices, frozen spinach and cooked lentils. Cook until warmed and heated through, about 5 minutes.
3. 3Remove the mixture and wipe the skillet clean. Lightly spray the skillet again or add a little more oil and place one tortilla down. Sprinkle on 1/4 cup cheese and ~1/3-1/2 cup of the filling. Place another tortilla on top and let cook until crispy, then flip.
4. 4Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling. Slice into triangles and serve!