Description
This Crustless Zucchini Quiche Recipe is a delightful and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines flavors and textures. With a rich custard filling featuring tender zucchini and smoky gouda, this quiche serves as an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Its crustless nature makes it easy to prepare while fitting perfectly into low-carb and keto diets. Enjoy it warm or cold, making it versatile enough to satisfy any meal occasion. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up fresh zucchini during the summer months—everyone will love this comforting dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound grated zucchini
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz smoked gouda cheese (grated)
- Fresh chives and dried dill
- Salt and white pepper
Instructions
- Grate zucchini, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 10 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream until smooth.
- Combine drained zucchini with egg mixture, gouda cheese, chives, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Grease a pie dish with butter and pour in the mixture.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until set and golden on top.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in bell peppers or spinach. Experiment with different cheeses like feta or cheddar for unique tastes.