Description
A light and flavorful springtime vegetable quiche packed with seasonal veggies and creamy egg filling, perfect for brunch or a light lunch.
Ingredients
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- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped leeks (white and light green parts)
- 1/2 cup chopped asparagus
- 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
- 1/2 cup baby spinach
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add leeks and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add asparagus and zucchini, sauté for another 3-4 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly in the pie crust. Top with cherry tomatoes, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute any spring vegetables based on availability.
- Use dairy-free milk and cheese alternatives to make it vegetarian and dairy-free.
- Quiche can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 145mg