Salsa Sausage Quiche

Health score
3%
Salsa Sausage Quiche
45 min.
8
375kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that can elevate your morning meal or brunch? Look no further than this mouthwatering Salsa Sausage Quiche! Perfectly blending the savory flavors of bulk pork sausage with the zesty kick of salsa, this quiche is sure to become a favorite in your household.

With a flaky, unbaked pastry shell as its base, this quiche is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. The combination of eggs and shredded cheddar cheese creates a rich and creamy texture that complements the hearty sausage and vibrant salsa beautifully. Each bite is a delightful explosion of taste, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, lunch, or even a special brunch gathering with friends and family.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to eight people, this quiche is a fantastic option for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Plus, with only 375 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal, this Salsa Sausage Quiche is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and oven, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound sausage meat 
  •  eggs 
  •  pie crust dough (9 inches)
  • cup salsa 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife

Directions

  1. Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
  2. Transfer to the pastry shell.
  3. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. In a small bowl, lightly beat the eggs; stir in salsa.
  4. Pour over cheese.
  5. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  6. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake 5 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories375kcal
Protein18.07%
Fat67.66%
Carbs14.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.88
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.329999897791%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.07kcal
18.75%
Fat:28.09g
43.22%
Saturated Fat:11.44g
71.5%
Carbohydrates:13.33g
4.44%
Net Carbohydrates:12.22g
4.44%
Sugar:1.39g
1.55%
Cholesterol:120.35mg
40.12%
Sodium:779.4mg
33.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.88g
33.76%
Phosphorus:245.62mg
24.56%
Calcium:226.64mg
22.66%
Selenium:14.59µg
20.85%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.58%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.58%
Vitamin B3:2.96mg
14.82%
Vitamin B12:0.81µg
13.48%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.44%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.28%
Vitamin A:561.27IU
11.23%
Iron:1.5mg
8.31%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.07%
Folate:30.31µg
7.58%
Potassium:254.52mg
7.27%
Vitamin D:1.05µg
7.02%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.01%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.41%
Magnesium:23.65mg
5.91%
Fiber:1.12g
4.47%
Copper:0.09mg
4.32%
Vitamin K:3.82µg
3.63%
Vitamin C:0.92mg
1.11%