Creamy Zucchini Quiche Recipe

Name: Creamy Zucchini Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9-1/2 or 10-inch unbaked pastry shell; 2 Tbs (30 ml). Dijon mustard; 3 cups (700 ml) grated zucchini; salt; 8 large mushrooms, sliced; 2 Tbs (30 ml). butter; 2 cups (475 ml) grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1 cup (225 ml) cream cheese (softened); cup whipping cream; 3 egg yolks; 1 whole egg; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

9-1/2 or 10-inch unbaked pastry shell
2 Tbs (30 ml). Dijon mustard
3 cups (700 ml) grated zucchini
salt
8 large mushrooms, sliced
2 Tbs (30 ml). butter
2 cups (475 ml) grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup (225 ml) cream cheese (softened)
cup whipping cream
3 egg yolks
1 whole egg
salt and pepper

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees (225 C.).
2
Spread bottom of pastry shell with mustard and bake 10 minutes; cool.
3
Reduce heat to 350 degrees (175 C.).
4
Place zucchini in colander, sprinkle with salt and drain about 5 minutes.
5
While the zucchini is draining, saute the mushrooms in butter.
6
Sprinkle 1 cup (225 ml) of the grated cheese into the bottom of the pastry shell.
7
Spoon mushrooms on top.
8
Squeeze zucchini to remove the last bit of moisture and put into pastry shell, separating and fluffing with fingers.
9
Beat together cream cheese, cream, egg yolks, and whole egg.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Set pastry dish on baking sheet and pour in cream-egg mixture.
12
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
13
Bake 35 minutes or more, until knife comes out clean.
14
Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9-1/2 or 10-inch unbaked pastry shell, 2 Tbs (30 ml). Dijon mustard, 3 cups (700 ml) grated zucchini, salt, and more.

Yes, Creamy Zucchini Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Zucchini Quiche

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Variations & substitutions

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