## Vegetable Quiche with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Cherry Tomatoes 🥧🍅🍄
Experience the ultimate savory delight with this extraordinary Vegetable Quiche. A heartening recipe bursting with the freshness of spinach, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes, it’s the perfect dish for brunch or any time of the day!
### Time Ratings:
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 40 minutes
– Total Time: 60 minutes
### Reasons to Try This Recipe:
Packed with nutrients, this Vegetable Quiche recipe is loaded with vegetables and goodness of eggs, making it a wholesome meal option. Not only does it work well for a hearty brunch but also makes a fantastic light dinner. Plus, it’s so flexible – you can throw in any leftover veggies and it will still taste fabulous!
### How to Make Vegetable Quiche with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Cherry Tomatoes:
#### Ingredients:
– 1 readymade pie crust
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup milk/cream
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
– Salt and pepper to taste
#### Directions:
1. Set your oven at 375°F (190°C) for preheating.
2. Unroll pie crust into a 9-inch dish.
3. Heat up the olive oil in a skillet and sauté mushrooms till they turn golden brown. Blend in spinach and cook until wilted. Take off heat.
4. Whisk eggs, milk/cream, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
5. Distribute the sautéed spinach and mushrooms over pie crust. Toss in cherry tomatoes.
6. Drizzle over the egg concoction and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
7. Bake in previously heated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until the quiche turns firm and gets a golden brown hue.
8. Allow it to cool before you slice and serve.
### How to Serve Vegetable Quiche:
This vegetable quiche is best enjoyed warm, straight out of the oven. Pair it with a cup of hot coffee, tea, or even a glass of chilled white wine if you’re in the mood for it!
### How to Store Vegetable Quiche:
Leftover quiche can easily be stored in a refrigerator for up to 4 days. Just make sure it’s in an airtight container or tightly covered to keep it fresh.
### Tips to Make Vegetable Quiche:
– Pre-cook your veggies to remove extra moisture and avoid a soggy quiche.
– Feel free to experiment with your preferred cheese to give a unique flavor every time!
– For the best results, let your quiche rest before cutting into it to ensure it keeps its shape.
### Variations:
While this quiche is delicious as-is, you can always play around with the recipe. Throw in some bell peppers for an extra crunch, or add smoked salmon for a non-vegetarian twist.
### Frequently Asked Questions:
#### 1. Can this quiche be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare this quiche in advance and bake it just before serving.
#### 2. Can I use frozen vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen spinach and mushrooms in place of fresh ingredients. Just make sure to thaw and drain them well before using to avoid extra moisture.
#### 3. Can this recipe be made gluten-free?
Yes, use a gluten-free pie crust to make this quiche gluten-free.