Italian Roasted Tomato Rice Quiche

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13
Savory Italian Roasted Tomato Rice Quiche
in Dinner

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 roma tomatoes
12 ounces zucchini , cut into 1 inch slices
8 ounces fresh spinach ( or baby kale )
18 ounces rice , cooked and cooled
6 large eggs
1/2 cup stock ( or water )
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning
1 tablespoon dry oregano
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
342
Sugar
3g
Fat
19g
This delicious and filling Italian Roasted Tomato Rice Quiche is a great way to make the most of leftover rice and seasonal veggies. The roasted tomatoes add a savory and slightly sweet flavor, while the spinach or kale adds a nutritious boost. It's perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends, or as a make-ahead dish for meal prep. The dish is versatile and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and can be customized with your favorite veggies and seasonings. Make sure you use a 10-inch quiche dish and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F before starting.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.Slice the roma tomatoes and zucchini and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, stock or water, garlic, salt, Italian herb seasoning, dry oregano, onion powder, onion flakes, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
4.Add the roasted tomatoes, zucchini, and fresh spinach or baby kale to the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
5.Pour the egg mixture over the rice in the prepared quiche dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is no longer jiggly.
6.Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This quiche is a great way to use up leftover rice and veggies and is a delicious and filling main dish.
It’s also packed with protein from the eggs and has a good balance of carbs, healthy fats, and veggies.

The Italian seasoning and roasted tomatoes give the dish a savory and satisfying flavor.

CONS

This dish takes a bit of time to prepare, but most of it is hands-off time while the veggies roast in the oven and the quiche bakes.

It’s important to use cooked and cooled rice for this recipe, so you’ll need to plan ahead or make the rice the day before.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The veggies in this quiche provide a variety of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, including vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, and iron.
The eggs are rich in high-quality protein and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including choline which is important for brain health.

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