Description
A delicious and healthy broccoli quiche recipe, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal. This quiche features a flaky crust filled with a creamy egg mixture and tender broccoli florets.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Scatter the chopped broccoli and onion evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetables.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese in the pie crust.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can use other vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as Swiss or Gruyere.
- For a richer flavor, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 180mg