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A golden-baked homemade vegetarian quiche with fresh spring vegetables and herbs, perfect for breakfast or lunch.

Fresh Spring Vegetable Quiche for a Bright Breakfast or Brunch


  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This homemade vegetarian quiche features a flaky buttery crust filled with a creamy egg custard and vibrant spring vegetables like asparagus, peas, spinach, and leeks. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or light lunch, it brings fresh herbs and seasonal produce to every bite.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3 tablespoons ice water
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup chopped asparagus
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup sliced leeks
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon (optional)
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Instructions

    1. Combine flour and salt in a bowl and cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.

    2. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough comes together, shape into disk, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

    3. Preheat oven to 375°F and roll out chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish, trim edges and prick base with a fork.

    4. Blind bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside.

    5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, sauté leeks for 3 minutes, add asparagus, peas, and spinach, cook until tender, then cool slightly.

    6. Whisk eggs, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth, stir in cheese and herbs.

    7. Fold cooled vegetables into custard mixture and pour into pre-baked crust.

    8. Bake at 375°F for 30–35 minutes until center is set and top is golden.

    9. Let quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 45 minutes
    • Category: brunch
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: vegetarian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice
    • Calories: 280
    • Sugar: 2
    • Sodium: 350
    • Fat: 18
    • Saturated Fat: 8
    • Unsaturated Fat: 6
    • Trans Fat: 0.5
    • Carbohydrates: 22
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 10
    • Cholesterol: 150

    Keywords: spring vegetable quiche, breakfast veggie quiche, vegetarian brunch recipes, homemade quiche, seasonal vegetables