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A classic American brunch favorite with a healthy twist. This quiche features a buttery whole wheat crust filled with a savory custard of fresh spinach, eggs, and nutty Swiss cheese. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
For 6 servings
Prepare the whole wheat crust
Blind bake the crust
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A classic American brunch favorite with a healthy twist. This quiche features a buttery whole wheat crust filled with a savory custard of fresh spinach, eggs, and nutty Swiss cheese. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
This american recipe takes 90 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 484.67 calories per serving with 16.14g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or dinner.
Cook the spinach filling
Assemble and bake the quiche
Use a 1-to-1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for the crust, or make a crustless quiche by simply baking the filling in a greased pie dish.
Omit the crust entirely. For the filling, replace the half-and-half with heavy cream to increase the fat content and lower the carbs.
Increase the protein by adding 1/2 cup of cottage cheese to the egg mixture and using Greek yogurt instead of half-and-half.
Use a milder cheese like cheddar or mozzarella. Chop the spinach very finely so it's less noticeable for picky eaters.
Eggs and Swiss cheese provide a substantial amount of protein, which is essential for muscle repair and keeping you feeling full.
The whole wheat crust offers dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Spinach is an excellent source of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, and folate, supporting bone health, vision, and cellular growth.
The Swiss cheese and half-and-half contribute calcium, a key mineral for strong bones and teeth.
Yes, this version can be part of a healthy diet. The whole wheat crust provides fiber, while the eggs and cheese offer high-quality protein. Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals. It's a balanced meal in a slice.
One generous slice of this homemade Spinach and Cheese Quiche contains approximately 460-480 calories, primarily from the buttery crust, eggs, and cheese.
Absolutely. You can bake the entire quiche, let it cool, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat individual slices in the oven or microwave.
A watery quiche is almost always caused by not squeezing enough liquid from the cooked spinach. It's essential to remove as much moisture as possible before adding it to the crust.
Yes, you can use a 10-ounce package of frozen chopped spinach. Thaw it completely and squeeze it very dry before using.
