Description
Savor the flavors of this delightful zucchini quiche, featuring a golden crust and a creamy filling packed with fresh zucchini and melted cheese. Perfect for brunch or dinner, this easy-to-make dish brings warmth and joy to any table, making it a family favorite that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or Gruyère)
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent. Add diced zucchini and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the sautéed vegetables and half of the cheese into the egg mixture.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 165mg