Description
This Healthy Asparagus Quiche is light, creamy, and perfect for brunch or a wholesome dinner. Fresh asparagus combines with eggs, Greek yogurt, and cheese in a delicious whole-wheat crust. The result is a nourishing, flavorful quiche that feels comforting yet healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole wheat pie crust
- 1 bunch asparagus, chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion until soft.
- Add garlic and asparagus and cook 3 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, yogurt, and milk together.
- Stir in cheese and seasonings.
- Spread vegetables into crust.
- Pour egg mixture over vegetables.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until center is set.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use fresh asparagus for best flavor. Substitute spinach or mushrooms if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat gently in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 120mg