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Vegetable Quiche Recipe

Vegetable Quiche Recipe


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4.6 from 25 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Vegetable Quiche is a delightful dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Packed with colorful veggies and cheesy goodness, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends.


Ingredients

Pie Crust:

1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Vegetable Filling:

1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 medium onion diced, 1 red bell pepper diced, 1 small zucchini diced, 1 cup fresh spinach chopped, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Egg Mixture:

4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional), chopped fresh parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare Crust: Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
  3. Cook Vegetables: In a skillet, cook onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Add spinach, then set aside to cool.
  4. Prepare Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in cheeses.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Spread vegetables in crust, pour in egg mixture, and top with tomatoes. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Serve: Let cool, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

  • This quiche can be made a day ahead and served cold or gently reheated.
  • Try adding mushrooms, asparagus, or swapping cheeses for variety.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg