Description

A healthy, low-carb twist on traditional quiche, this Broccoli Crust Quiche features a gluten-free broccoli crust packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients

2 cups broccoli (fresh or frozen, finely chopped)
5 large eggs, divided
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
1/2 cup milk or cream
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for sautéing)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped spinach
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Steam or microwave the broccoli until tender, then finely chop or pulse in a food processor.
Place the chopped broccoli in a clean towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
In a bowl, mix the broccoli with 1 egg and a small handful of cheese to form the crust mixture.
Press the broccoli mixture evenly into a greased pie dish, forming a crust along the bottom and sides.
Bake the crust for 12–15 minutes, or until it starts to firm and brown slightly.
Meanwhile, in a pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and any optional vegetables in olive oil or butter until softened.
In a bowl, whisk together the remaining 4 eggs, milk or cream, salt, and pepper.
Add the sautéed vegetables and the remaining cheese to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
Pour the filling into the pre-baked broccoli crust.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Squeeze out as much moisture from the broccoli as possible to ensure a firm crust.Use any cheese you like – cheddar, mozzarella, feta, goat, or Swiss all work well.Make it dairy-free by using plant-based milk and cheese alternatives.Great for meal prep – stores well in the fridge or freezer.Can be made in a muffin tin for individual servings.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 165mg