Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche

Health score
4%
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche
75 min.
6
333kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful flavors of spring with our Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche, a perfect dish for any morning meal, brunch, or light lunch. This quiche combines the vibrant taste of fresh asparagus with the creamy richness of goat cheese, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a weekend gathering or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this quiche is sure to impress.

With a golden, flaky pie crust as its base, this quiche is filled with sautéed asparagus and onions, adding a satisfying crunch and a burst of color. The addition of roasted red bell peppers brings a subtle sweetness, while the crumbled chèvre adds a tangy depth that elevates the dish to gourmet status. Each bite is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Not only is this quiche delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare, taking just 75 minutes from start to finish. With only a handful of ingredients, you can create a dish that looks and tastes like it came straight from a fancy café. So gather your friends and family, and enjoy this scrumptious Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche that’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb asparagus fresh trimmed cut into 1-inch pieces
  • tablespoon butter 
  • oz goat cheese crumbled (goat)
  •  eggs 
  • cup half and half 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped (1 medium)
  • oz parmesan shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  pie crust dough refrigerated softened
  • 0.5 cup roasted peppers red drained chopped (from a jar)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray.
  2. Place pie crust in pie plate as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie; flute edges.
  3. In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus and onion in butter 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender. Spoon vegetables into crust-lined plate. Top with roasted peppers and goat cheese.
  4. In large bowl, beat half-and-half, salt, pepper and eggs with whisk.
  5. Pour over ingredients in crust.
  6. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Place pie plate on lowest oven rack; bake 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  8. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories333kcal
Protein16.45%
Fat60.56%
Carbs22.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28
Glycemic Load
0.59
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.024347906527%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
2.82mg
Kaempferol
0.61mg
Quercetin
7.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:332.86kcal
16.64%
Fat:22.53g
34.67%
Saturated Fat:11.37g
71.05%
Carbohydrates:19.25g
6.42%
Net Carbohydrates:17.34g
6.3%
Sugar:3.27g
3.63%
Cholesterol:116.09mg
38.7%
Sodium:762.5mg
33.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.77g
27.53%
Phosphorus:242.92mg
24.29%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.04%
Calcium:217.55mg
21.75%
Selenium:13.32µg
19.03%
Vitamin A:936.82IU
18.74%
Vitamin K:19.37µg
18.45%
Folate:58.47µg
14.62%
Iron:2.53mg
14.04%
Copper:0.28mg
13.81%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.5%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.94%
Vitamin C:8.89mg
10.78%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.97%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.69%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.36%
Fiber:1.91g
7.64%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.1%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.92%
Potassium:240.36mg
6.87%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.68%
Magnesium:26.35mg
6.59%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.75%