Dairy-Free Zucchini Quiche
Delight your taste buds with this Dairy-Free Zucchini Quiche—a creamy, plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Packed with fresh zucchini, savory garlic, and fragrant parsley, this vegan quiche achieves a rich, custard-like texture without any dairy, thanks to the clever use of firm tofu and unsweetened almond milk. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth of flavor, while turmeric lends a subtle golden hue and extra health benefits. Nestled in a flaky, dairy-free crust, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner and is sure to impress vegans and non-vegans alike. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, wholesome ingredients, it's a delicious and nutritious crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 14 ounces Firm tofu
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 9-inch Unbaked pie crust (dairy-free)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and thinly slice the zucchini. Peel and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sauté for another 5-7 minutes until just tender. Set aside to cool slightly.
Crumble the tofu into a blender or food processor. Add the almond milk, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the tofu mixture to a large bowl and fold in the sautéed zucchini, onion, garlic, and chopped parsley.
Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. If using a pre-made crust, follow package instructions for preparation.
Pour the filling evenly into the pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is firm and slightly golden on top.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6408 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 935 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2084 mg | 44% | |
*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.
