NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz lean diced ham

1 oz sharp cheddar cheese

0.25 cup liquid egg whites

1 medium whole wheat tortilla

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp fresh chives

PREPARATION

• 1

  Heat 0.5 teaspoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

• 2

  Add the diced ham and fresh baby spinach to the skillet, sautéing until the spinach is wilted and the ham is slightly browned.

• 3

  Pour the liquid egg whites over the ham and spinach mixture, seasoning with garlic powder and black pepper; scramble until the eggs are just set.

• 4

  Remove the ham and egg mixture from the pan and set aside, then wipe the skillet clean.

• 5

  Heat the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of olive oil in the same skillet and place the whole wheat tortilla in the pan.

• 6

  Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese onto one half of the tortilla, top with the warm ham and egg mixture, and finish with the remaining cheese.

• 7

  Fold the tortilla in half over the filling and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the exterior is golden-brown and the cheese has fully melted.

• 8

  Slice the quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh chives.