Description
Savor Mediterranean-inspired Spinach Quiche, where fresh spinach and creamy eggs dance together in a protein-packed delight. Nutrition meets flavor in this simple, elegant dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or light dinner companions you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs
- 10 ounces (283 grams) chopped frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 6 ounces (170 grams) crumbled feta cheese
- 8 ounces (227 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 4 ounces (113 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Oils, Seasonings, and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk (1%, 2%, or whole)
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Grease a 9-inch deep dish pie plate and set oven temperature to 350°F for optimal preparation.
- Sauté onions and mushrooms in olive oil over medium-high heat until they become translucent and tender, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute to release aromatic flavors.
- Remove skillet from heat and incorporate fresh spinach, crumbled feta, and shredded cheddar cheese into the vegetable mixture.
- Transfer the vegetable and cheese blend into the prepared pie plate, spreading evenly across the surface.
- Whisk eggs with milk, seasoning with salt and pepper until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the vegetable and cheese base, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until eggs are fully set and the top develops a golden-brown appearance.
- Allow quiche to cool for 10 minutes, which helps stabilize the texture and makes slicing easier.
- Slice and serve warm, enjoying the rich, savory flavors of this crustless spinach quiche.
Notes
- Swap cheeses for dietary needs by using dairy-free alternatives like nutritional yeast or vegan cheese blends.
- Boost protein content by adding cooked chicken, ham, or bacon bits to the spinach mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prevent soggy texture by thoroughly draining spinach and patting dry with paper towels before adding to the quiche.
- Customize vegetables by incorporating bell peppers, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes for added depth and variety in taste and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10-13 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 257 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 371 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 172 mg