Mini Spinach Quiches

Quiche originated in France and is a popular dish in French cuisine. It is traditionally made with a savory pastry crust and a filling of eggs, cream, and various ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, or meat.

This is vegetarian, high protein and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Mini Spinach Quiches

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch Recipe Keys: High Protein Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1320

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Frozen spinach
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 small Onion
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 sheet Pie crust

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out any excess water.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
4. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
5. In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
6. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly.
8. Roll out the pie crust and cut it into small circles to fit into a muffin tin.
9. Press the pie crust circles into the muffin tin.
10. Divide the spinach mixture evenly among the muffin cups.
11. Pour the egg mixture over the spinach in each muffin cup.
12. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of each quiche.
13. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the quiches are set and the crust is golden.
14. Let the quiches cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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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.