Asparagus, Baby Artichoke, Pesto and Goat Cheese Quiche with Quinoa Crust

Gluten Free
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Health score
6%
Asparagus, Baby Artichoke, Pesto and Goat Cheese Quiche with Quinoa Crust
70 min.
6
324kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Asparagus, Baby Artichoke, Pesto and Goat Cheese Quiche, all nestled in a nutritious quinoa crust. This gluten-free masterpiece is not only a feast for the eyes but a wholesome choice for your morning meal, brunch, or lunch, perfect for entertaining or a delightful treat to yourself.

The combination of vibrant asparagus and tender baby artichokes offers a rich source of vitamins and minerals, while the creamy goat cheese and fragrant pesto bring an irresistible depth of flavor. With each bite, you'll experience a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will elevate your dining experience to new heights.

This quiche is as pleasing to your palate as it is to your well-being, with just 324 calories per serving, allowing you to indulge without guilt. The unique quinoa crust is not only gluten-free but also adds a nutty flavor that perfectly complements the savory filling. Ready in just 70 minutes, this quiche makes for an impressive dish that is sure to impress your guests or make for a cozy home-cooked meal.

Perfectly balanced and incredibly satisfying, this Asparagus, Baby Artichoke, Pesto and Goat Cheese Quiche with Quinoa Crust is the ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious, healthy meal that brings a touch of gourmet elegance to the table.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound asparagus cut into small pieces
  •  baby artichokes 
  •  eggs 
  •  eggs 
  • ounces goat cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream 
  • 0.3 cup parmigiano reggiano grated (parmesan)
  • 0.3 cup pesto 
  • 0.5 cup quinoa rinsed
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Bring the quinoa and water to a boil, reduce the heat, simmer, covered, until tender and most of the water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes, remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.Meanwhile, peel the leaves from the artichokes until you get to the paler tender inner leaves, cut the top third off and discard, quarter the artichoke hearts and set aside in lemon water.
  2. Mix the quinoa, egg and parmesan and press into the bottom of a pie plate.
  3. Bake in a preheated 375F oven until lightly golden brown, about 10 minutes.Meanwhile, saute or steam the artichoke hearts and asparagus until just tender and set aside.
  4. Mix the artichokes, asparagus, eggs, milk, pesto and goat cheese and pour into quinoa crust.
  5. Bake in a preheated 375F oven until golden brown and set in the center, about 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories324kcal
Protein18.87%
Fat58.69%
Carbs22.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.83
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.884347760159%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
2.15mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Quercetin
5.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:324.38kcal
16.22%
Fat:21.71g
33.4%
Saturated Fat:10.14g
63.4%
Carbohydrates:18.68g
6.23%
Net Carbohydrates:13.62g
4.95%
Sugar:3.09g
3.43%
Cholesterol:171.44mg
57.15%
Sodium:396.81mg
17.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.71g
31.41%
Vitamin A:1788.87IU
35.78%
Phosphorus:245.8mg
24.58%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.87%
Selenium:15.39µg
21.99%
Fiber:5.07g
20.26%
Iron:3.5mg
19.43%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.9%
Calcium:168.34mg
16.83%
Folate:66.31µg
16.58%
Copper:0.33mg
16.48%
Vitamin K:16.88µg
16.08%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.19%
Magnesium:44.24mg
11.06%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.73%
Zinc:1.46mg
9.71%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.24%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.22%
Vitamin D:1.15µg
7.65%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.4%
Potassium:234.3mg
6.69%
Vitamin C:3.37mg
4.08%
Vitamin B3:0.72mg
3.59%