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    Home » Vegetarian Mains

    Crustless quiche with broccoli and cheddar

    Posted: Jan 9, 2020 · Updated: Nov 30, 2021 by Tonje

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    This delicious crustless quiche with broccoli and cheddar combines cheesy broccoli with eggs, baked in the oven until golden. As the quiche is made without the typical pastry crust, it's a healthy and low calorie dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

    Quiche without crust in a quiche tin. A slice served on a white plate next to it.

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    • How to make crustless quiche with broccoli and cheese
    • What is a crustless quiche?
    • Frequently asked questions
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    How to make crustless quiche with broccoli and cheese

    Preheat your oven to 180°C / 160°C fan oven / 355°F.

    Finely chop the red onion, and cut the broccoli into small, bite sized florets. Spray a frying pan with one calorie cooking spray, and add saute the onion and broccoli until the onion has softened and the broccoli is cooked halfway through, about 5-6 minutes.

    Combine eggs, green yogurt, nutmeg, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until it's a combined and fluffy mixture. Add shredded cheddar cheese.

    Uncooked quiche in a quiche tin.

    Spray a quiche tin with some one calorie cooking spray, and add the sauteed broccoli and red onions. Pour over the egg and cheese mixture, and use a spatula or spoon to distribute it evenly. Cook the crustless broccoli quiche in the oven for about 30-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top of the quiche is slightly golden.

    Broccoli quiche with no crust on a white table with a plated slice in the background.

    What is a crustless quiche?

    Crustless quiche is like a quiche without the pastry crust. It's similar to a frittata, only it's completely baked in the oven without being started on a stove top. It's a low calorie and diet friendly dish that's very easy to adapt. Since we remove the crust, this quiche recipe is also gluten free, low carb and keto friendly.

    Crustless broccoli quiche on a white table, a cake server lifting up a slice.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can you freeze broccoli quiche? Yes! This freezes well in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen quiche in the fridge overnight, then reheat it in the microwave or serve it cold.

    Can you use other cheeses? I love broccoli and cheddar, but you can use other cheeses as well. Mozzarella would be a great alternative. For a more grown up taste, try adding some stilton and parmesan to the mixture.

    Can you use frozen broccoli for this recipe? I definitely prefer this quiche with fresh broccoli, but you can use the frozen version in a pinch. Make sure to thaw it thoroughly, then drain off as much water as possible before use.

    How long does leftovers last? Leftover broccoli quiche will last about 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Recipe

    quiche with broccoli and cheese.

    Crustless quiche with broccoli and cheddar

    A delicious, low calorie crustless quiche with broccoli and cheddar is perfect as breakfast, lunch and finner.
    5 from 5 votes
    Created by: Tonje
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine British
    Servings 6
    Calories 189 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 broccoli
    • 1 red onion
    • 4 tablespoon greek yogurt
    • 7 eggs
    • 100 g cheddar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
    • low calorie cooking spray*

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 180°C / 160°C fan oven / 355°F.
    • Finely chop the red onion, and cut the broccoli into small, bite sized florets. Spray a frying pan with [amazon text=one calorie cooking spray&asin=B06XGND554], and add saute the onion and broccoli until the onion has softened and the broccoli is cooked halfway through, about 5-6 minutes.
    • Combine eggs, green yogurt, nutmeg, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until it's a combined and fluffy mixture. Add shredded cheddar cheese.
    • Spray a quiche tin with some [amazon text=one calorie cooking spray&asin=B06XGND554], and add the sauteed broccoli and red onions. Pour over the egg and cheese mixture, and use a spatula or spoon to distribute it evenly.
    • Cook the crustless broccoli quiche in the oven for about 30-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top of the quiche is slightly golden.

    Notes

    *you can also use vegetable oil, although this will add more calories.
    Can you freeze broccoli quiche? Yes! This freezes well in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen quiche in the fridge overnight, then reheat it in the microwave or serve it cold.
    Can you use other cheeses? I love broccoli and cheddar, but you can use other cheeses as well. Mozzarella would be a great alternative. For a more grown up taste, try adding some stilton and parmesan to the mixture.
    Can you use frozen broccoli for this recipe? I definitely prefer this quiche with fresh broccoli, but you can use the frozen version in a pinch. Make sure to thaw it thoroughly, then drain off as much water as possible before use.
    How long does leftovers last? Leftover broccoli quiche will last about 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 15gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 209mgSodium: 408mgPotassium: 448mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1076IUVitamin C: 92mgCalcium: 212mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword broccoli, cheese, egg, gluten free, nut free
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    Comments

    1. Tawnie Kroll

      January 12, 2020 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for breakfast today and it's almost already all gone, so good. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Tonje

        January 13, 2020 at 6:32 am

        That's great! I'm glad you liked it!

        Reply
    2. Danielle

      January 12, 2020 at 10:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love crustless quiches! Your version with broccoli and cheese just looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Tonje

        January 13, 2020 at 6:32 am

        Thanks, Danielle. Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    3. Krissy Allori

      January 13, 2020 at 12:57 am

      5 stars
      This is perfect for meal prepping ahead of time. You can add or subtract any ingredients you want to have in it. So good!

      Reply
      • Tonje

        January 13, 2020 at 6:32 am

        Definitely. It's a great way to use any leftovers as well!

        Reply
    4. Annemarie

      January 13, 2020 at 3:08 am

      5 stars
      Quiche or frittata, that looks really good! I love broccoli and cheddar. This would be perfect for my weekly breakfast prep. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Tonje

        January 13, 2020 at 6:32 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Beth

      January 13, 2020 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      I was just going to say that this reminded me of a frittata! We loved it, especially with the broccoli!

      Reply
      • Tonje

        January 13, 2020 at 6:33 am

        It is very similar indeed. Happy you liked it, Beth! 🙂

        Reply

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