Italian Zucchini Quiche Recipe

Name: Italian Zucchini Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, thinly sliced; 1 cup onion, thinly sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 cup tomato paste; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional); 2 cups small curd cottage cheese; 3 eggs; 3/4 cup milk; 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated (you may use low fat); 1 unbaked 10-inch pie shell

Servings: persons

2 cups zucchini, thinly sliced
1 cup onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional)
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
3 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated (you may use low fat)
1 unbaked 10-inch pie shell

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Heat the olive oil in a skillet and saute zucchini, onions and garlic.
3
Season with salt and set aside.
4
Simmer the tomatoes, tomato sauce and remaining herbs until the tomatoes are soft, set aside Mix the cottage cheese, eggs and milk, mix well.
5
Place zucchini mixture in the pie shell.
6
Add egg mixture and 4 tbsp of the tomato sauce.
7
Bake 35 minutes or until set.
8
Sprinkle with the mozzarella, return to the oven until cheese melts.
9
Heat tomato sauce and serve with the quiche.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups zucchini, thinly sliced, 1 cup onion, thinly sliced, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Italian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Zucchini Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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