Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
A savory Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche for brunch or dinner
in Brunch/Dinner

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb bacon , cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup onion , minced
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 lb mushroom , sliced
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 lb zucchini , sliced into coins
1 cup swiss cheese , grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 eggs , lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup cream
9 inches pie crusts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
475
Sugar
3g
Fat
40g
Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche is a classic recipe that is perfect for a cozy brunch or light dinner. This savory quiche has a buttery, flaky crust and is filled with sautéed zucchini and mushroom, crispy bacon, and Swiss cheese. It's an easy recipe that can be made with ingredients you already have at home. Plus, it can easily be customized by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from pan, and drain on paper towels.
3.In the same pan, sauté onion in bacon grease until translucent.
4.Add butter and mushroom to the onion, and sauté until the mushroom is cooked and browned.
5.Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Then, add zucchini to the pan and sprinkle the flour mixture over the top. Toss the zucchini and mushrooms together until coated.
6.In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk or cream.
7.Roll pie crust onto a 9-inch pie dish, fitting it to the shape of the dish.
8.Pour the bacon, onion, mushroom, and zucchini mixture on top of the unbaked pie crust. Top the mixture with grated Swiss cheese.
9.Pour the egg mixture on top of the cheese.
10.Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes or until the quiche is cooked through and the crust is golden brown. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

PROS

This quiche is savory and has a perfectly flaky crust.
It’s a crowd-pleaser and can be eaten as brunch, lunch, or dinner.

It’s a great recipe for using up leftover zucchini and mushrooms in your fridge.

CONS

This quiche contains bacon and butter so it is moderately high in calories and fat.
Bacon and cheese are also high in sodium content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini and mushrooms are low in calories and high in fiber. Fiber-rich foods can help you feel full for longer periods and support your digestive system. Swiss cheese is a good source of calcium, which supports bone health and helps prevent osteoporosis. Eggs are a great source of protein and other essential nutrients like vitamins B12 and D.

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