Carrot and Cheese Crustless Quiche
Brighten up your table with this wholesome and flavorful Carrot and Cheese Crustless Quiche! Perfect as a high-protein breakfast, brunch centerpiece, or light dinner, this crustless quiche combines the natural sweetness of tender grated carrots with the rich, creamy goodness of cheddar and Parmesan cheese. The aromatic blend of sautéed onion, garlic, and dried thyme infuses every bite with savory warmth, while the absence of a crust makes this dish a lighter, gluten-friendly alternative to traditional quiches. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, this one-dish wonder is ideal for busy weekdays or casual entertaining. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, for a simple yet elegant meal that’s full of balanced, nutritious flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized carrots
- 6 large eggs
- 200 ml milk
- 100 g grated cheddar cheese
- 30 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease an 8-inch (20 cm) pie dish with the butter and set aside.
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Set aside.
Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the grated carrots and garlic, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender. Stir in the dried thyme, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Add the flour, salt, and black pepper, and whisk gently to remove any lumps.
Stir in the cooked carrot mixture, grated cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese, mixing until evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the quiche is set in the center and golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let the quiche cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.8 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.8 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1283 mg | 428% | |
| Sodium | 4145 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 86.7 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.0 mcg | 45% | |
| Calcium | 1574 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1576 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
