Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Quiche

Health score
7%
Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Quiche
90 min.
6
418kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Quiche, a perfect dish for any morning meal, brunch, or lunch gathering. This quiche combines the rich, savory taste of flaked smoked salmon with the fresh, vibrant crunch of asparagus, all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy filling. With a buttery, homemade crust that is both easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ready in just 90 minutes, this quiche serves six and is a fantastic way to elevate your breakfast game. The combination of eggs, heavy cream, and Havarti or Monterey Jack cheese creates a luscious texture that pairs beautifully with the smoky notes of the salmon and the earthiness of the asparagus. Plus, the addition of fresh dill adds a fragrant touch that brightens the entire dish.

Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Quiche is a versatile and satisfying option. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as it becomes the star of your table. With its impressive presentation and mouthwatering flavors, this quiche is not just a meal; it's an experience to savor!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoon onion salt 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 3.5 ounces salmon smoked flaked
  • 10 ounces asparagus frozen thawed drained
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  •  eggs 
  • cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • teaspoons optional: dill dried fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F.
  2. Mix flour, sugar and onion salt in medium bowl. Beat oil and milk in measuring cup with fork until creamy.
  3. Pour oil mixture over flour mixture; stir until dough forms.
  4. Pat dough on bottom and side of ungreased pie plate, 9x1 1/4 inches, or quiche dish, 9x1 1/2 inches.
  5. Sprinkle salmon over crust.
  6. Cut off bottom one-third of each asparagus spear; reserve top spear portions. Chop asparagus ends; sprinkle over salmon.
  7. Sprinkle cheese evenly over asparagus.
  8. Beat eggs, whipping cream, dill weed, salt and pepper in medium bowl with wire whisk. Slowly pour egg mixture over quiche ingredients. Arrange reserved asparagus in spoke fashion on top of quiche.
  9. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
  10. Bake 40 to 45 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. If necessary, cover edge of crust with strips of aluminum foil after 10 to 15 minutes of baking to prevent excessive browning.
  11. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories418kcal
Protein15.21%
Fat57.82%
Carbs26.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.18
Glycemic Load
18.35
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.444347868795%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
2.71mg
Kaempferol
0.66mg
Quercetin
6.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:418.46kcal
20.92%
Fat:27.01g
41.56%
Saturated Fat:14.29g
89.32%
Carbohydrates:28.35g
9.45%
Net Carbohydrates:26.5g
9.64%
Sugar:3.55g
3.94%
Cholesterol:147.89mg
49.3%
Sodium:869.88mg
37.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.99g
31.98%
Selenium:27.83µg
39.75%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
29.05%
Vitamin D:4.07µg
27.14%
Vitamin K:28.34µg
26.99%
Vitamin A:1229.73IU
24.59%
Folate:97.47µg
24.37%
Phosphorus:241.06mg
24.11%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.61%
Calcium:204.11mg
20.41%
Iron:3.17mg
17.64%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.37%
Vitamin B3:3.15mg
15.77%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.34%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.47%
Copper:0.2mg
9.99%
Zinc:1.49mg
9.96%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.08%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.61%
Fiber:1.85g
7.39%
Potassium:249.61mg
7.13%
Magnesium:27.69mg
6.92%
Vitamin C:2.91mg
3.53%