Flavorful Green Quiche
A savory and creamy quiche with a plant-based custard filled with sautéed spinach and mushrooms. A light yet satisfying dish perfect for brunch or dinner.
ingredients
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Place the pre-made pie crust in a greased 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
- 3.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- 4.
Add mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
- 5.
Add spinach and sauté until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 6.
In a blender, combine plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 7.
Pour the custard mixture into the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine.
- 8.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and spread it evenly.
- 9.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the crust is golden brown.
- 10.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
