Description
Springtime Vegetable Quiche is a vibrant and flavorful dish filled with fresh seasonal veggies, ideal for brunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
- Pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- Asparagus
- Bell peppers
- Fresh spinach
- Cream cheese
- Eggs
- Milk or cream
- Salt and pepper
- Pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your pie dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, sauté chopped asparagus, bell peppers, and spinach in olive oil until softened.
- In a bowl, blend softened cream cheese with eggs, gradually whisking in milk or cream until smooth.
- Stir in sautéed vegetables, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are golden and filling is set.
- Let cool slightly before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 115g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Swap in your favorite seasonal vegetables or herbs like dill for added flavor. For a crispy base, blind-bake the crust before adding the filling.