Fresh Green Chile Quiche

Green chiles are a staple ingredient in New Mexican cuisine and add a unique flavor to dishes like quiche.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Fresh Green Chile Quiche

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pie crust
• 1 cup Fresh green chiles
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 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 mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder.
4. Spread the chopped green chiles and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pie crust.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the chiles and cheese.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
8. Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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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.