Description
This Easy Asparagus Quiche with Gruyère is packed with fresh asparagus and creamy cheese, making it a perfect quick dinner or healthy meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 single 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought (thawed)
- 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, diced
- 12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup half and half (or heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Roll the dough into a circle about 10 inches wide and about ⅛ inch thick. Place it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it into the bottom and sides. Trim excess dough and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Blind bake the crust: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dry beans. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove parchment and weights, and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the filling: Cut asparagus into 1 inch pieces. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the quiche: Spread the asparagus mixture evenly over the base of the prepared crust. Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese over the vegetables. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half (or heavy cream), and chopped dill until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the crust, filling just below the edge.
- Bake: Bake the quiche at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or tarragon.
This quiche can be served warm or at room temperature, making it flexible for entertaining.
Feel free to substitute other seasonal vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 135mg