Description
This Spinach Ricotta Quiche is a creamy, savory dish perfect for brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner. With a flaky crust and a flavorful filling made from ricotta cheese, spinach, eggs, and Parmesan, it’s easy to make and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Optional Add-Ons:
- Chopped onion or shallots (sautéed)
- Diced bell peppers or mushrooms
- Cooked bacon or diced ham
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare crust: Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and pre-bake for 7–8 minutes until slightly golden. Set aside.
- Sauté spinach (optional): If you prefer, lightly sauté the chopped spinach until wilted and let it cool. Otherwise, you can use it raw.
- Mix filling: In a bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, milk, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in chopped spinach and any optional ingredients you’re using.
- Assemble quiche: Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and smooth the top.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use full-fat ricotta for the creamiest texture.
- If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before adding.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Spinach Ricotta Quiche, Easy Quiche Recipe, Vegetarian Quiche, Brunch Quiche, Savory Pie