Crustless Crabmeat Quiche
Delight in the savory elegance of a Crustless Crabmeat Quiche, a lighter, low-carb twist on a classic dish that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Brimming with tender lump crabmeat, creamy Swiss cheese, and a rich custard base of eggs, heavy cream, and milk, this easy-to-make recipe skips the crust while delivering indulgent flavor in every bite. Finely chopped green onions add a fresh, aromatic touch, while a hint of paprika lends a pop of color and subtle spice. Ready in under an hour, this satisfying quiche is simple to prepare yet sophisticated enough to impress your guests. Serve warm with a crisp green salad or fresh fruit on the side for a restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup lump crabmeat
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 stalks green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or quiche pan lightly with cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and milk until fully combined.
Add the melted butter, flour, salt, and black pepper to the egg mixture, and whisk until the flour is completely incorporated.
Gently fold in the crabmeat, shredded Swiss cheese, and chopped green onions, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle paprika over the top if desired for added color and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm, garnished with additional green onions if desired. Enjoy your delicious crustless crabmeat quiche!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.4 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.4 g | 457% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1306 mg | 435% | |
| Sodium | 4360 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1442 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1314 mg | 28% | |
*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.
