Description
Spinach and mushroom crustless quiche delivers delightful flavors without traditional pie crust. Healthy ingredients merge in a protein-packed meal that satisfies hunger and delights taste buds with its creamy texture and savory profile.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Cheese:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 ounces (56 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 (10 ounces / 283 grams) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and moisture squeezed out
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced thinly
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil, divided
- 1 cup milk
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Activate the oven to a precise temperature of 350°F, ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even heating.
- Completely drain frozen spinach by applying firm pressure, eliminating excess moisture to prevent a watery quiche texture.
- Meticulously clean mushrooms and slice them into uniform, thin pieces to promote even cooking and aesthetic appeal.
- Crush garlic into fine fragments, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Heat a skillet over medium flame and introduce mushrooms with garlic, allowing them to caramelize and release their natural liquid.
- Continue sautéing until mushrooms transform to a rich, golden brown and no additional moisture remains in the pan.
- Generously coat a 9-inch pie dish with cooking oil, creating a non-stick surface for easy serving.
- Strategically distribute cooked mushrooms across the pie plate’s bottom, forming an initial flavor foundation.
- Scatter spinach evenly over the mushroom layer, creating a verdant landscape of ingredients.
- Crumble feta cheese across the vegetable base, ensuring balanced distribution.
- Whisk eggs thoroughly with Parmesan, incorporating milk and pepper to create a silky, cohesive mixture.
- Gently cascade the egg blend over the layered vegetables, allowing it to settle naturally.
- Sprinkle mozzarella across the surface, creating a golden, melty crown.
- Transfer the quiche to the preheated oven and bake until the top achieves a beautiful amber hue and the center registers 160°F.
- Allow the quiche to rest for several minutes after removing from the oven, enabling the custard to set and flavors to harmonize.
Notes
- Perfectly prepare ingredients in advance, making meal prep a breeze and ensuring a stress-free cooking experience.
- Customize this versatile dish by swapping cheeses or adding your favorite vegetables for a personalized touch that suits your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg