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Zucchini Quiche

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πŸ₯’ Savor this Easy Cheesy Zucchini Quiche – light, veggie-packed with three melty cheeses for a healthier brunch delight!
πŸ₯§ Crispy crust and fresh basil make it simple to prepare and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

– 1 nine-inch refrigerated pie dough

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– ΒΌ cup diced red onion

– 1 large garlic clove, minced

– 2 medium zucchini (about 7 ounces each), cut into 1/8-inch thin slices

– 1 teaspoon salt

– Pepper to taste

– 6 large eggs

– Β½ cup skim milk

– Β½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese

– Β½ cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese

– ΒΌ cup grated Parmesan cheese

– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish

Instructions

1-First step: Preheat oven to 350Β°F. Let the pie dough come to room temperature so it rolls easily.

2-Second step: Roll dough to about 12 inches in diameter, then transfer to a nine-inch deep pie dish. Press into sides and bottom, trim excess leaving half an inch overhang, and fold or crimp edges.

3-Third step: Prick bottom of crust with a fork and place on a sheet pan. Parbake crust for 10 to 15 minutes, then remove from oven.

4-Fourth step: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, sautΓ© onion and garlic for 30 seconds. Add zucchini, salt, and pepper, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until zucchini is softened.

5-Fifth step: Transfer about three-quarters of zucchini to parbaked crust using a slotted spoon.

6-Sixth step: In a bowl, mix 6 large eggs, Β½ cup skim milk, Β½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese, Β½ cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, and salt and pepper until uniform.

7-Seventh step: Pour egg mixture over zucchini in crust. Top with remaining zucchini and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.

8-Eighth step: Cover crust edges with foil to prevent burning.

9-Ninth step: Bake at 350Β°F for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until eggs are set and top is browned.

10-Final step: Cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with basil and serve in six slices.

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Notes

πŸ₯§ Parbake the crust first to ensure it stays crispy and doesn’t get soggy.
πŸ₯’ SautΓ© zucchini to release moisture for a firmer, better-textured quiche.
πŸ§€ Use part-skim cheeses and skim milk to lighten it up without sacrificing flavor.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 slice
  • Calories: 307 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 544mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 7.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 202mg