Description
This easy and versatile quiche recipe is perfect for any meal of the day, combining smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, and fresh vegetables in a buttery flaky crust. It offers comforting flavors and vibrant textures with simple preparation steps, customizable fillings, and options for advance preparation, making it a crowd-pleaser for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pie crust
Filling
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Additional Ingredients
- 6 oz smoked turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (such as bell peppers, spinach, zucchini), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Roll out your pie crust and fit it into a greased quiche or pie dish. Poke a few holes in the base with a fork to prevent bubbling, then pre-bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced smoked turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Sauté the vegetables: Sauté your chosen fresh vegetables like bell peppers and spinach in the same skillet until just tender, preserving their color and crunch.
- Mix the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, pepper, garlic powder, cinnamon, and natural gelling agent. Stir in the cooked turkey bacon, sautéed vegetables, and plant-based cheese.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Allow the quiche to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to let the filling firm up slightly, ensuring perfect slices every time.
Notes
- Blind bake the crust to prevent a soggy bottom.
- Use room temperature eggs for a smoother custard texture.
- Do not overfill the crust; fill just below the edge to avoid spills during baking.
- Let the quiche cool to set the filling and ease slicing.
- Balance savory, sweet, and spicy flavors for an exciting bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: quiche, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, fresh vegetables, easy recipe, vegetarian option, crustless option
