Quiche in Pepper Cups

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Transform your breakfast or brunch menu with these charming and delicious Quiche in Pepper Cups. This easy, gluten-free recipe swaps traditional crusts for vibrant bell peppers, creating a healthier, low-carb alternative that's as eye-catching as it is tasty. Packed with fluffy eggs, creamy shredded cheese, fresh spinach, and savory bits of bacon or ham, these pepper cups are baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. Enhanced with the optional addition of diced onion and a pinch of seasoning, each bite delivers a hearty, flavor-packed experience. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, these quiche cups are a versatile and satisfying dish sure to impress.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 4 whole Bell peppers
• 6 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
• 1 cup Spinach
• 0.5 cup Cooked bacon or ham (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Onion (finely diced, optional)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil or non-stick spray

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Wash the bell peppers and slice off the tops to create 'cups.' Remove the seeds and membranes inside each pepper. Lightly coat the outside of the peppers with olive oil or spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.

3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

4. Stir in the shredded cheese, spinach, cooked bacon or ham, salt, black pepper, and onion (if using).

5. Place the hollowed-out pepper cups upright in a baking dish. Ensure they are stable by slightly trimming the bottoms if needed (be careful not to cut a hole).

6. Carefully pour the egg mixture into each pepper cup, filling them about 3/4 of the way to allow room for expansion while baking.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set and the tops are lightly browned.

8. Remove the dish from the oven and allow the quiche cups to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

9. Serve warm and enjoy these colorful, delicious quiche-filled peppers!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (284.8g)

Calories		362
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		25.1 g	32%
	Saturated Fat	10.8 g	54%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		328 mg	109%
Sodium		875 mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate		11.4 g	4%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	7.1 g
Protein		23.6 g	47%
Vitamin D		2.1 mcg	11%
Calcium		316 mg	24%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		591 mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 899 cal (61.5%%)

Protein: 378 cal (25.9%%)

Carbs: 184 cal (12.6%%)