Description
A delightful quiche filled with fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ cup heavy cream (or additional milk)
- 1 small onion, diced finely
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced into rounds (approximately 3 cups)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped)
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup whole or 2% milk
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly coat a 9-inch quiche or pie pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until translucent.
- Incorporate the sliced zucchini and minced garlic, cooking for 5 to 6 minutes until soft.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool briefly.
- Whisk the eggs with milk, cream, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl until smooth.
- Distribute the sautéed zucchini and onion mixture across the prepared baking dish.
- Scatter the diced tomatoes over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly across the vegetables.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free crust. This quiche can also be made ahead of time and served at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg