Zucchini and Goat Cheese Crustless Quiche Recipe

Name: Zucchini and Goat Cheese Crustless Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds medium zucchini or a mixture of summer squashes; Kosher salt; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 cups 1-inch, day-old bread cubes, preferably sourdough; 1 medium white onion, chopped, about 1 cup; 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or oregano; 2 cups half-and-half; 2 large eggs; 2 egg yolks; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 ounces young goat cheese, such as Montrachet.; 2 ounces grated Swiss or Gruyere cheese, about 1/2 cup

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds medium zucchini or a mixture of summer squashes
Kosher salt
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups 1-inch, day-old bread cubes, preferably sourdough
1 medium white onion, chopped, about 1 cup
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or oregano
2 cups half-and-half
2 large eggs
2 egg yolks
Freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces young goat cheese, such as Montrachet.
2 ounces grated Swiss or Gruyere cheese, about 1/2 cup

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Shred the squash on the large holes of a box grater, into a colander.
2
Sprinkle with a heaping tablespoon salt and toss well.
3
Place in the sink and drain for 15 minutes.
4
Rinse and the squeeze firmly, by the handful, to remove excess water.
5
Set aside.
6
Meanwhile, pulse bread into crumbs in a food processor.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add bread crumbs and stir until evenly toasted, about 5 minutes.
8
Evenly spread crumbs in a 9-inch glass or ceramic pie pan.
9
Place pan on a baking sheet.
10
Wipe out the skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the onions and garlic and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, cook over medium-high heat, until onions are start to brown, about 5 minutes.
11
Add the zucchini, and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
12
Stir in parsley, dill and marjoram or oregano.
13
Remove from heat, cool slightly.
14
Whisk half-and-half, eggs and yolks in large glass measuring cup.
15
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
16
Spread the zucchini mixture in the prepared pan.
17
Crumble the goat cheese and evenly scatter on the vegetables.
18
Sprinkle Gruyere on top and pour the custard over the fillings.
19
Bake until the quiche is just set in the center, about 40 to 50 minutes.
20
Cool completely on a rack before serving.

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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: 1 1/2 pounds medium zucchini or a mixture of summer squashes, Kosher salt, 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 cups 1-inch, day-old bread cubes, preferably sourdough, and more.

Yes, Zucchini and Goat Cheese Crustless 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!

Zucchini and Goat Cheese Crustless Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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