Simple Vegetable Quiche

Cooking Utensils

Oven, Pie Pan, Medium bowl, Whisk

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

40 Minutes

Dishes created with eggs are an easy way to add vegetables to your breakfast. Try this recipe out to use up any left over veggies you have in your pantry!

Health Information

Basic Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice

Recipe makes 6 servings

Food Group Servings

Benefits

Heart Healthy
Bone Healthy

Warnings

Limit Salt
Accordion Content

Macronutrients

 

Micronutrients

 

Ingredients

1/2 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Swiss, Mozzarella)

1 tsp garlic powder

3 eggs

1 cup non-fat milk

1 cup mixed vegetables chopped  (broccoli, peppers, onions, mushrooms, etc.)

Others

  • 1 pie crust, baked, 9-inches 
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2:

Mix the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a medium bowl with a fork or whisk. Add the cheese and vegetables and gently stir to combine. Pour mixture into pie crust.

Step 3:

Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Step 4:

Let the quiche cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips & Tricks:

  • Play around with your vegetable choices. Try broccoli, peppers, all can work.
  • Health information will differ  based on pie crust, vegetables, and type of cheese you use. 

Recipe from Snap4CT and Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Program