Description
Savory Mediterranean Vegetarian Quiche blends zesty herbs, roasted vegetables, and creamy feta into a delightful culinary journey through Greece’s flavors. Home cooks will discover a simple yet elegant dish that brings Mediterranean sunshine directly to their dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pie crust (9-inch)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
Vegetables:
- 0.5 cup diced onions
- 0.5 cup diced bell peppers
- 0.25 cup sliced mushrooms
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp dried thyme
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and gently place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges for a decorative finish.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms in a skillet over medium heat until they become tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-6 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and garlic powder in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Layer the sautéed vegetables evenly across the bottom of the pie crust.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the vegetables, ensuring uniform distribution.
- Carefully fold chopped spinach into the egg mixture, then pour the entire blend over the cheese and vegetables.
- Gently tap the pie dish to eliminate any air bubbles and ensure even coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is golden brown and the center is set with a slight wobble.
- Remove from the oven and let the quiche rest for 10 minutes to allow the filling to stabilize before slicing.
- Cut into wedges and serve warm, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap out traditional pie crust with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or cauliflower crust for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Experiment with different vegetable combinations like zucchini, kale, or roasted red peppers to keep the flavor profile exciting and dynamic.
- Pat vegetables dry after sautéing to prevent excess moisture from making the quiche soggy and ensure a perfectly set texture.
- For added protein, incorporate crumbled tofu or plant-based cheese alternatives to enhance nutritional value and accommodate vegan preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg