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Quinoa Quiche

This Quinoa Quiche turns wholesome ingredients into something cozy, nourishing, and absolutely delicious. A golden quinoa crust holds a fluffy, veggie-packed egg filling for a hearty yet healthy quiche that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep. Light, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free. It’s a fresh twist on a classic favorite.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Inactive Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Quiche, Quinoa
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 225kcal
Author: Tara Noland

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa 170 g
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive or coconut oil 28 ml
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 10 g
  • 2 cups Swiss chard, roughly chopped 110 g
  • 4 cups medium-size broccoli florets 284 g
  • 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese 120 g
  • 12 eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk 475 ml
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves 5 g
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Celtic or sea
  • dash black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 25 g

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, gas mark 4). Rinse the quinoa well and set aside to drain. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion begins to brown, about 8 minutes. Add the Swiss chard and broccoli and sauté for 1 minute, then turn off the heat. Cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased 9- by 13-inch (23- by 33-cm) casserole dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the vegetable mixture. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, pepper, and rinsed quinoa and whisk until thoroughly combined. Pour immediately over the cheese-topped vegetable mixture. Bake the casserole in the oven until cooked through and the top is just starting to brown, about 40 minutes. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan over the top. Return to the oven and bake until the Parmesan is melted and just starting to brown, about 5 more minutes. Let the casserole sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve with a mixed lettuce or spinach salad.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 354mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1029IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2mg