Is Zucchini Quiche healthy?

I think Zucchini Quiche is healthy because it contains a large amount of protein, a small serving of vegetables, calcium, and various vitamins and minerals.

What are the best way to cook frozen quiche?

A frozen quiche can be reheated in a 350°F oven in about 30-40 minutes. It's best to keep the quiche covered in foil and on a baking sheet.

Should vegetables be cooked before putting in quiche?

Whether or not you should cook vegetables before adding them to a quiche depends on the vegetable. Vegetables that cook down quickly like spinach, zucchini, and mushrooms, do not need to be cooked prior to being added to quiche. Heartier vegetables like onions and broccoli, do need to be cooked first.

Zucchini Mozzarella Quiche

Zucchini quiche in a grey pie tin with a striped napkin, shredded zucchini, and eggs in the background.

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Zucchini and Mozzarella Quiche is a savory and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion! The buttery, flaky, pie crust is filled with creamy mozzarella cheese, fresh zucchini, and eggs. Quiche can be a side dish or main dish, and served at breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner!

Author: Katie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 8 1x
Category: breakfast, lunch, brunch
Method: baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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9" pie crust - unbaked
6 large eggs
1 cup half and half
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place your unbaked pie crust on a rimmed baking sheet.
Combine the eggs, half and half, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until the eggs are light and fluffy. Set aside.
Wrap the shredded zucchini in a paper towel and squeeze as much moisture out of the zucchini as you can. Spread the shredded zucchini in an even layer in the bottom of the pie crust.
Top the zucchini with a layer of shredded mozzarella.
Pour the egg mixture over top of the zucchini and cheese.
Carefully transfer your quiche to the preheated oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes. The quiche will be done with the center is firm and when a toothpick inserted into the middle of the quiche comes out clean.
When finished, remove it from the oven and let it fully cool before cutting into slices. Enjoy!

Notes

The nutrition information shown below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 218
Sugar: 1.8 g
Sodium: 394.9 mg
Fat: 12.3 g
Carbohydrates: 14.9 g
Fiber: 1.2 g
Protein: 11.6 g
Cholesterol: 143.5 mg

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