Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche
Ingredients
- 6 oz. pie crust, 9-inch, refrigerated
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion(s), chopped
- 1 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg(s)
- 2 large egg white(s)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 10 oz. frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and well-drained
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Press pie crust into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch, removable-bottom tart pan or a 9-inch pie pan; refrigerate until ready to use.
- To make filling, heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, about 3 minutes. Transfer onion to a large bowl and add ricotta cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, egg whites, mustard, oregano, salt and pepper; mix well and fold in broccoli.
- Spoon mixture into prepared crust and level surface with a wooden spoon; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake until a knife inserted near center comes out clean, about 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing into 8 pieces.
Notes
Remember, cooking times may vary depending on ovens, so test doneness before stated cooking times.
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Nutritional values listed may vary from final results depending on actual measurements and brands used to prepare the recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche
Serves: 8
Amount Per Serving: 1 slice | ||
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Calories | 264.84 kcal | |
% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 17.47 g | 26.9% | |
Saturated Fat 8.56 g | 42.8% | |
Trans Fat 0.17 g | ||
Cholesterol 58.21 mg | 19.4% | |
Sodium 322.09 mg | 13.4% | |
Total Carbohydrate 15.91 g | 5.3% | |
Dietary Fiber 1.62 g | 6.5% | |
Sugars 1.29 g | ||
Protein 11.69 g |
Vitamin A 11.92 % | Vitamin C 35.95 % | |
Calcium 21.8 % | Iron 4.9 % |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Beckies Kitchen