Description
This broccoli cheddar quiche features a golden-brown crust cradling a creamy, savory custard with tender, za’atar spiced broccolini and rich cheddar cheese. It’s a versatile, high-protein meal perfect for family dinners, brunch, or healthy meal prep throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed
- 0.25 cup ice water
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 large bunch broccolini, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium shallot, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons za’atar seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Crust: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Have your pre-baked pie crust ready in a 9-inch pie dish; if crust edges brown too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté diced shallot for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and broccolini; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in za’atar for 1 minute until fragrant. Let cool.
- Whisk Custard: Whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until combined and slightly foamy.
- Layer Filling: Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese into the prepared pie crust. Top with the cooled broccolini and shallot mixture evenly.
- Finish Assembly: Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top for a golden finish.
- Bake Quiche: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-50 minutes. The center should be set, and the top golden brown; a knife inserted should come out clean.
- Rest Quiche: Remove quiche from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before slicing. Resting allows the custard to set for clean wedges.
- Prepare Drizzle and Garnish: While the quiche rests, whisk yogurt, sumac, and lemon juice. Slice the quiche, drizzle with the yogurt mixture, and garnish with almonds and parsley or dill.
Notes
For a lighter quiche, use reduced-fat cheese or skim milk. Boost fiber by adding more broccolini or other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. For time-saving, use a store-bought pie crust, pre-chopped frozen broccolini (thawed and drained), and pre-shredded cheese. Store leftover cooked quiche tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To prevent a soggy crust, ensure thorough blind-baking and cooling. Avoid overbaking; remove when the center is just set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 180 g)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: broccoli cheddar quiche, easy dinner, brunch, meal prep, high-protein, comfort food, family meal, savory pie, za'atar, cheddar cheese