Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with this delicious Spring Vegetable Quiche. Featuring a flaky crust filled with fresh spinach, asparagus, and bell peppers, this quiche is perfect for brunch or family dinners. The creamy egg filling, accented by rich cheese and a hint of nutmeg, makes each bite a delightful experience. Easy to prepare and customizable with seasonal vegetables, this dish is sure to impress your guests while elevating any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), finely chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheese (feta or Gruyere), crumbled or shredded
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a pie dish; prick the bottom with a fork.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped asparagus and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream until well blended.
- Spread sautéed vegetables evenly in the pie crust; pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 315mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 109mg