This Vegetable Quiche with Goat Cheese is a perfect blend of creamy, tangy goat cheese and a medley of fresh vegetables, all encased in a flaky pastry crust. It's an excellent choice for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
Ingredients
For the Pastry Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
For the Filling:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup spinach chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces goat cheese crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Make the Pastry Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach, and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Quiche: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
- Transfer the dough to the pie dish, trimming any excess and crimping the edges.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly over the bottom of the pastry crust.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables.
- Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the Quiche: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
This Vegetable Quiche with Goat Cheese is a delightful dish that brings together the flavors of fresh vegetables and creamy goat cheese in every bite. Enjoy!
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