Spinach Quiche

Vegan Spinach Quiche is a mouth-watering, tasty, and savory dish. It is a low-carb and high-fat dish perfect for breakfast or snack. It is made with a pre-made pie crust filled with creamy and flavorful spinach filling. This spinach quiche is an amazing option for anyone who follows a plant-based dietary program because it is completely vegan. You can serve it hot or cold. It is ideal for a luxurious brunch with friends or a quick breakfast. Its rich and savory flavors will delight everyone who tastes it. This Vegan Spinach Quiche contains many nutrients such as protein and fiber. It is an eggless and dairy-free dish.  Let’s prepare the dish with the easy steps (mentioned below).

STATS:

• Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Side dish
• Cuisine: French/American/Italian
• Diet: Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Soy-free, Vegan
• Total Time: One hour and ten minutes
• Time for Preparation : Twenty minutes
• Cook Time: Fifty minutes

EQUIPMENT:

• Oven
• Large plan
• Wooden spatula
• One spoon
• Food blender
• A sharp knife
• Serving plate

INGREDIENTS:

• Vegan-friendly Pie crust 1
• Silken tofu 454 gram
• Cornstarch 2 tbsp
• One-third cup of nutritional yeast
• 1 Chopped white onion
• Diced green onions 3
• Minced garlic cloves 1
• Roughly chopped baby spinach 10 to 11 oz.
• Cooking oil, if required
• Salt 1/2 tsp, or to taste

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Cornstarch:

• It is an essential binder for achieving a cohesive final texture.

Nutritional yeast:

• It is used to add a little cheesy taste.

Silken tofu:

• It is the main foundation of the dish which gives the best result.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Regulate the temperature of the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Next, give the store-bought pie crust ten minutes to precook.
3. Add the chopped onion and green onions in a big pan with a bit of salt and cooking oil.
4. Sautee them over a moderately high simmer for five to eight minutes
5. Mix frequently with a wooden spatula.
6. Now, add a crushed garlic clove to the cooked vegetables.
7. Simmer it for sixty seconds to prevent browning.
8. Next, mix chopped spinach and simmer for four to five minutes or until lightly wilted.
9. After cooking, switch off the flame and put aside the pan.
10. Meanwhile, we will add the salt, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, and silken tofu to a blender.
11. Blend all items for fifty to ninety seconds.
12. Next, add the sauteed onion and spinach mixture to the blender after separating it from it’s base.
13. Mix all items with a large spoon.
14. After that, cover the prebaked pie crust with the creamy spinach filling.
15. Ensure the spinach is completely distributed.
16. Bake it for thirty minutes in the warmed oven.
17. After that, leave the baked quiche to settle at a normal temperature for approximately twenty minutes.
18. The tasty Spinach Quiche is ready.
19. Before eating, cut into slices.
20. Place the slices of spinach quiche on a plate and serve.

ADDITIONS AND VARIATRIONS:

• Fill the pie crust with sauteed mushrooms, roast diced carrots, parsnips, and potatoes.
• Add chopped tomatoes and fresh basil for a flavor.
• Use a variety of vegan cheeses like cheddar, feta, and mozzarella.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Serve the spinach quiche with a fresh green salad and French toast.
• Enjoy this dish with hot and creamy tomato soup.
• Pair it with overnight oats, oatmeal, waffles, apple pie roll-ups, crepes, or pancakes.
• Banana bread also goes well with this baked dish.
• Serve it with a side of chickpeas or beetroot hummus.

TIPS:

• Don’t overbake the quiche, as it can become hard and crumbly.
• First, bake the pie crust without the filling to prevent sogginess.
• Choose fresh and good-quality fresh spinach. Because it has a milder flavor and better texture than frozen spinach.
• Fill the pie crust by adding the aromatic herbs, spices, and vegetables.
• Sprinkle shredded vegan cheese over the quiche before baking to make this dish more cheesy.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

• Pack the quiche slices in a sealed box and refrigerate it for five to seven days.

Freezer:

• Store the remaining slices in the freezer for thirty to sixty days.

Reheating:

• You can rewarm the chilled slices in a microwave for forty to ninety seconds.

FAQs:

Can I substitute fresh spinach for frozen spinach?

• Yes, frozen spinach can also go well with this dish. First, defrost the spinach at normal temperature, then drain any extra water moisture before using.

How can I be sure the filling sets are correct?

• Bake the quiche until the filling is firm and the crust is golden brown, being careful not to overpack with extra filling mixture.

Can I prepare this spinach dish without tofu?

• Aquafaba or mashed chickpeas are good alternatives to tofu.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving Size 1 quiche slice
Total Amount 6 people servings
Total Calories 211 kcal
Carbohydrates 23 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Protein 8 g
Sugar 2 g
Total Fat 10 g
Sodium 353 mg
Iron 3 mg