Zucchini Crustless Quiche Recipe

This vibrant Zucchini Crustless Quiche is a light and healthy twist on a classic! The secret ingredient? Fennel seeds, which add a surprising depth of flavor that will elevate your taste buds. Easy to make and packed with fresh vegetables, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch. Say goodbye to crust and hello to deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 328.6 kcal
Protein 37g
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Ingredients for Zucchini Crustless Quiche

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How to Make Zucchini Crustless Quiche

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch pie plate with 1 tablespoon of butter and coat with 1/4 cup breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 10 minutes, until softened.
  5. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and sauté for another 5 minutes.
  6. Increase heat to high.
  7. Add 2 medium zucchini, diced (about 2 cups), 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is just tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  9. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs.
  10. Stir in 1 cup milk.
  11. Add the cooled zucchini mixture to the egg and milk mixture.
  12. Pour half of the mixture into the prepared pie plate. Layer with 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese. Pour the remaining vegetable mixture over the cheese.
  13. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  14. Dot the top with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
  15. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
  16. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

49g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Zucchini Crustless Quiche?

Zucchini Crustless Quiche takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Zucchini Crustless Quiche?

Zucchini Crustless Quiche has approximately 328.6 calories per serving, with about 37 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Zucchini Crustless Quiche?

The key ingredients for Zucchini Crustless Quiche are Butter, Breadcrumbs, Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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