Healthy Breakfast Quiche
Elevate your breakfast with a delicious and nutritious Healthy Breakfast Quiche. This savory dish combines a fluffy egg mixture with fresh vegetables, lean meats, and a touch of cheese, all baked in a golden crust. Perfect for a weekend brunch or meal prep for the week, this quiche is both satisfying and packed with essential nutrients. Its balance of protein, healthy fats, and vitamins will keep you energized and ready to take on the day. Customizable to suit your taste, the Healthy Breakfast Quiche is sure to become a favorite morning meal.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers any color
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup diced lean ham or turkey sausage
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 pre-made pie crust optional, for a lower-carb option, omit the crust
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs parsley, chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If using a pie crust, place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, chopped spinach, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, ham or turkey sausage, and diced onion.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pie dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breakfast Quiche
Blind bake the crust before the filling goes in. Line it with parchment, weight it, and bake until the base is dry and set. Skipping this step is the single most common quiche mistake.
Roughly one egg to half a cup of dairy gives a custard that sets soft rather than rubbery. More egg makes it firm and more dairy makes it loose enough to weep. This version lands at 205 calories a serving.
Yes, and it cuts a substantial amount of refined carbs. Grease the dish well and bake at a slightly lower temperature since there is no crust to protect the edges. It sets a little faster.
