Description
This crustless quiche is a simple and delicious dish perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Packed with tender broccoli, sweet shallots, and melty Gruyere cheese, it offers all the comforts of a classic quiche without the fuss of making a crust. Baked to golden perfection, it’s gluten-free and easy to prepare in about an hour.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Vegetables & Cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for greasing the pie dish)
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced (⅔ cup)
- 3 cups small broccoli florets (6 ounces)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese (2 ounces)
Herbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch or 9.5-inch pie dish lightly with extra-virgin olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Sauté Shallots: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced shallots along with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes until the shallots are softened and translucent.
- Cook Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets and ¼ cup water to the skillet. Cook while stirring for about 4 minutes, or until the water has evaporated, the broccoli turns bright green, and loses its raw bite but remains crisp-tender.
- Assemble Quiche: Transfer the cooked vegetables evenly into the prepared pie dish. Sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese evenly over the vegetables. Pour the egg and milk mixture gently on top. Shake the pie dish lightly to distribute the egg mixture evenly. Finally, sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves or chopped chives over everything.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the eggs are completely set and the top is slightly golden.
Notes
- This crustless quiche is easier and quicker than the traditional quiche with crust, making it perfect for a simple meal.
- Serve warm with a side of green salad and fresh fruit for a balanced meal.
- Gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- You can substitute fresh thyme with chopped chives for a subtle flavor variation.
- Make sure to watch the bake time towards the end to avoid overcooking and drying out the quiche.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
