broccoli cheddar quiche
This crustless broccoli cheddar quiche is a light, low-carb dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Packed with fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, it's easy to make and delicious to eat.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 0.67 cup 2% milk
- 0.25 cup half & half cream
- 5 large eggs
- 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
- pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- spray cooking spray
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a pie dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Steam the chopped broccoli florets in the microwave with 1 tablespoon of water until tender crisp and green but not mushy, about 2.5 to 3 minutes.
- Evenly spread the steamed broccoli in the prepared pie dish and sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the broccoli.
- Whisk together the milk, half & half cream, eggs, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg to make the custard mixture. Pour the custard evenly over the broccoli and cheese in the dish.
- Bake the quiche for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let the quiche cool for a few minutes, then cut into 6 pieces and serve warm.
Notes
This quiche is delicious served warm for breakfast or brunch and can be prepared ahead of time for convenience. Perfect for low-carb and keto diets!