Asparagus Swiss Quiche

Health score
5%
Asparagus Swiss Quiche
55 min.
8
330kcal

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Looking for a delightful and versatile dish that can seamlessly transition from morning meal to brunch, or even serve as a satisfying lunch option? Look no further! The Asparagus Swiss Quiche is a scrumptious, protein-packed creation that's sure to impress your family and friends. With its flaky, golden crust and a savory filling featuring tender asparagus, savory Swiss cheese, and smoky bacon, this quiche is a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds.

Perfect for those who appreciate a hearty yet elegant dish, the Asparagus Swiss Quiche is not only delicious but also relatively simple to whip up. It's the kind of recipe that feels like a secret weapon in your culinary arsenal, as it's sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a comforting, comforting meal at home.

Better yet, it's a guilt-free indulgence, with each serving containing only 330 calories. You can enjoy a generous slice without any remorse, as it strikes a balanced blend of macronutrients, boasting a caloric breakdown of 15.26% protein, 65.97% fat, and 18.77% carbs. So why not give in to temptation and treat yourself to this delectable Asparagus Swiss Quiche? Your taste buds – and your waistline – will thank you!

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus fresh trimmed
  • 10  bacon diced
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup half and half 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  •  pie crust dough (9 inches)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces swiss cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  2. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onion until browned; drain.
  3. Cut eight asparagus spears into 4-in.-long spears for garnish.
  4. Cut remaining asparagus into 1-in. pieces. In a saucepan, cook all of the asparagus in a small amount of boiling water until crisp-tender; drain.
  5. In a bowl, toss the bacon, onion, asparagus pieces, cheese, flour, salt and pepper.
  6. Pour into pastry shell. In a bowl, beat eggs and cream; pour over bacon mixture. Top with asparagus spears.
  7. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean and crust is golden brown.
  8. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories330kcal
Protein15.26%
Fat65.97%
Carbs18.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.13
Glycemic Load
1.11
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.798260947932%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
3.73mg
Kaempferol
0.85mg
Quercetin
9.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:329.73kcal
16.49%
Fat:24.25g
37.3%
Saturated Fat:9.58g
59.87%
Carbohydrates:15.53g
5.18%
Net Carbohydrates:13.6g
4.95%
Sugar:2.18g
2.42%
Cholesterol:98.01mg
32.67%
Sodium:402.07mg
17.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.62g
25.23%
Selenium:18.23µg
26.04%
Vitamin K:25.68µg
24.45%
Phosphorus:216.75mg
21.67%
Calcium:173.22mg
17.32%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.26%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.01%
Folate:57.46µg
14.37%
Vitamin A:699.7IU
13.99%
Iron:2.26mg
12.56%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.35%
Vitamin B3:2.34mg
11.69%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.94%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.77%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.67%
Copper:0.16mg
8.01%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.7%
Fiber:1.93g
7.7%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.68%
Potassium:258.43mg
7.38%
Magnesium:23.86mg
5.96%
Vitamin C:4.05mg
4.91%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.93%
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