Crustless Caprese Quiche Recipe

Name: Crustless Caprese Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole wheat or other whole grain breadcrumbs; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; Kosher salt; 4 plum tomatoes (2 chopped and 2 thinly sliced crosswise); 2 large eggs plus 2 large egg whites; 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup 2-percent milk; 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus 1 sprig for garnish; 4 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella; Copyright 2012 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole wheat or other whole grain breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
Kosher salt
4 plum tomatoes (2 chopped and 2 thinly sliced crosswise)
2 large eggs plus 2 large egg whites
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup 2-percent milk
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus 1 sprig for garnish
4 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella
Copyright 2012 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch deep-sided pie pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Evenly sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the breadcrumbs into the pan.
3
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
4
Add the onion and 1/8 teaspoon salt and cover the skillet.
5
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften without color, about 15 minutes.
6
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
7
Transfer to a medium bowl and set aside.
8
Meanwhile, add the eggs, egg whites, ricotta, milk, the remaining 1/3 cup breadcrumbs and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a blender until well combined and smooth.
9
Stir in the sliced basil and the onion-tomato mixture.
10
Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie pan.
11
Sprinkle with the mozzarella.
12
Arrange the sliced tomatoes in an overlapping style around the top.
13
Bake until the eggs are set and the cheese is lightly browned, about 35 minutes.
14
Let stand for 10 minutes to complete the cooking process.
15
Garnish with the fresh basil sprig.
16
Slice into 4 wedges with a sharp knife and serve.

303

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: Nonstick cooking spray, 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole wheat or other whole grain breadcrumbs, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Crustless Caprese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crustless Caprese Quiche

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Variations & substitutions

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