Crustless Quiche With Greens, Herbs, And Goat Chees

Name: Crustless Quiche With Greens, Herbs, And Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs; 1 large leek; 2 cups chopped kale; 1 cup chopped spinach; 5 egg whites; 4 whole eggs; 1/4 cup low-fat milk; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 1/4 teaspoons dried tarragon; 1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh basil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 large leek
2 cups chopped kale
1 cup chopped spinach
5 egg whites
4 whole eggs
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/4 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

1
Spray a 9-inch glass pie dish with non-stick spray and sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the bottom and sides of the dish. Shake the dish around to distribute evenly.
2
Slice the white and light green parts of the leek 1/2 inch thick. Boil 4 cups of salted water and add leeks. Boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add spinach and kale. Set aside for 30 minutes for greens to wilt and soften. Drain, rinse with cold water, squeeze out the water, and set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Whisk egg whites until frothy and then whisk in the whole eggs. Whisk in milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, tarragon, and basil.
4
Scatter the greens mixture in the bottom of the pie plate over the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle on the goat cheese. Pour egg mixture over the greens and bake 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

451

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Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs, 1 large leek, 2 cups chopped kale, 1 cup chopped spinach, and more.

Yes, Crustless Quiche With Greens, Herbs, And Goat Cheese 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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Crustless Quiche With Greens, Herbs, And Goat Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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