Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche

Quiche originated in France and is a popular dish around the world. It can be enjoyed hot or cold and is often served as part of a brunch or light meal.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pie crust
• 2 cup Broccoli florets
• 1.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 unit Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish.
3. In a medium pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and garlic powder.
5. Spread the blanched broccoli florets and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pie crust.
6. Pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and cheese.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.