Description
Savor the essence of spring with this vibrant Spring Vegetable Quiche, brimming with fresh veggies and a rich custard—perfect for brunch or a light dinner gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared pie crust
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped asparagus
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a pie dish.
- Sauté diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent. Add asparagus and bell peppers; cook until slightly softened.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in shredded cheese into the egg mixture until combined.
- Spread sautéed vegetables evenly in the pie crust, then pour the egg mixture over them.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 155mg