Quickborn's Quinoa Quiche: Quinoa And Vegetable Quiche
This Quickborn's Quinoa Quiche is a delightful dish that combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with a medley of fresh vegetables, all baked into a savory quiche. It's a perfect option for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also great for meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the bell pepper, spinach, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheese into the egg mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
9-inch pie dish Medium saucepan Large skillet Whisk
Tools
Oven Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the quiche with a side salad and a slice of crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
You can customize the vegetables and cheese in this quiche to suit your taste preferences.
Cost
$15