Ingredients
– 4 eggs
– 2 cups milk
– 3/4 cup flour (white or whole wheat)
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 cup diced ham
– 2 cups grated zucchini (from about 2 medium zucchini)
– 8 oz. grated cheddar cheese
– Pinch of salt
– Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
1-First Step: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a quiche, pie, or casserole dish.
2-Second Step: Sprinkle a pinch of salt on the grated zucchini and let it sit briefly. Then squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing zucchini moisture is key for structure, and salt helps extraction.
3-Third Step: Whisk eggs, milk, flour, and baking powder together in a large bowl until smooth. Blending flour and baking powder into the batter creates a crustless, fluffy texture.
4-Fourth Step: Fold in the diced ham, drained zucchini, grated cheddar cheese, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Taste matters here, because ham and cheese can be salty, so adjust for saltiness.
5-Fifth Step: Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish and spread it evenly. For a more even bake, take a moment to smooth the top so the center cooks through at the same rate.
6-Sixth Step: Bake on a foil-lined sheet for 45 minutes, until golden and set with no jiggle. Baking on a foil-lined sheet helps catch any overflow and makes cleanup easier.
7-Seventh Step: Cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting. This rest time helps everything firm up into neat slices.
8-Final Step: Serve warm or room temperature. If you are meal prepping, let it cool fully before refrigerating so it stays tender without getting watery.
Last Step:
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๐ฅ Salt and squeeze zucchini thoroughly to prevent watery quiche โ key for perfect texture!
๐ง Use sharp cheddar and thick ham chunks for bold flavor in every bite.
โ๏ธ Leftovers keep 3-4 days in fridge; reheat gently or enjoy cold for easy grab-and-go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Resting: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 274 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 449mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 129mg
