Description
Garden vegetable quiche celebrates fresh summer produce in a light, protein-packed dish. Silky eggs blend perfectly with zucchini, peppers, and herbs, creating a delightful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 eggs
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 ¼ cups small tomatoes
- 2 small zucchinis
Vegetables:
- ½ small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
Cooking and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons ghee or avocado oil
- ¼ cup dairy-free milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare a pie dish by generously coating with cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Create a golden-brown foundation for the zucchini by searing rounds in a hot skillet, cooking each side until edges caramelize and develop a rich color.
- Transform the skillet into a flavor hub by sautéing onions until they become translucent and slightly golden, then introduce minced garlic for an aromatic boost.
- Incorporate baby spinach into the onion mixture, wilting the leaves gently until they collapse and release their vibrant green essence.
- Construct the quiche’s base layer by evenly distributing the onion-spinach medley across the prepared dish, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Artfully arrange zucchini rounds and tomato slices in an overlapping pattern, reserving some for the final decorative top layer.
- Sprinkle minced basil across the vegetable landscape, infusing the dish with herbaceous notes.
- Whisk eggs with dairy-free milk, seasoning with salt and pepper to create a silky, well-seasoned custard base.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the vegetable arrangement, allowing it to seep between layers and create a cohesive texture.
- Strategically place remaining zucchini and tomato slices on top for a visually appealing presentation.
- Bake in a preheated oven until the center sets and the surface turns a beautiful golden brown, approximately 35-40 minutes.
- Allow the quiche to rest and cool slightly, enabling the custard to firm up and making slicing easier.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving, adding a final touch of brightness and color.
Notes
- Versatile Vegetable Showcase: This crustless quiche brilliantly transforms simple garden vegetables into a stunning, nutritious meal that celebrates fresh, seasonal produce.
- Quick Prep Magic: Minimal ingredients and straightforward cooking techniques make this recipe perfect for busy home cooks seeking delicious, healthy options.
- Customization Friendly: Easily swap vegetables based on what’s available or your personal preferences, ensuring endless flavor combinations.
- Low-Carb Champion: By eliminating the crust, this quiche becomes a protein-packed, low-carbohydrate dish suitable for multiple dietary approaches.
- Make-Ahead Marvel: Prepare this quiche in advance and reheat for quick breakfasts, brunches, or light dinners throughout the week.
- Nutrient-Dense Delight: Packed with eggs, vegetables, and herbs, this dish delivers a powerful punch of vitamins, minerals, and satisfying protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg