CRUSTLESS LEEK, GREENS, AND HERB QUICHE

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Crustless Leek, Greens, and Herb Quiche image

You could make this for dinner with your favorite greens, then have some for lunch the next day with a salad! A wonderful French creation adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Greens

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs
2 small leeks, white and green parts halved and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 cups greens (Swiss chard, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, or your choice)
4 egg whites
3 whole eggs, beaten
1/4 cup soymilk (or use regular milk or rice milk)
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425*F.
  • Coat the bottom and sides of a 9" glass pie dish with olive oil and cooking spray. Scatter the breadcrumbs over the bottom of the dish.
  • Bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the leeks; boil 3 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat and add the greens. Let stand 30-40 seconds, or until greens are wilted. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again, squeezing out the excess water with your hands. Set aside.
  • Whisk egg whites until frothy. Whisk in eggs, then milk and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper., if using. Whisk in tarragon and basil.
  • Sprinkle the leeks and greens over the breadcrumbs in the prepared pie dish.
  • Dot cheese on top. Pour egg mixture into pie pan.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes, until golden brown on top. Cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 165.2, Sodium 229.4, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 13.5

Esther Seay
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I was looking for a healthy quiche recipe and this one fit the bill. The leeks and herbs added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I'll definitely be making this again!


Md Shahad
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This quiche was easy to make and turned out great! The leeks and herbs added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I served it with a side of fruit and it was the perfect brunch.


Palesa Mogapi
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this quiche. The herbs and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the leeks, and the crustless design made it feel like a lighter meal. I'll definitely be making this again!


Fiona Cyriac
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This quiche was a great way to use up some leftover leeks. The herbs and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the leeks, and the crustless design made it feel like a lighter meal. I'll definitely be making this again!


Imran Rauf
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I've made this quiche several times now and it's always a hit! The leeks and herbs add so much flavor, and the crustless design makes it feel like a healthier option. I love serving it for brunch or lunch.


Bilalo Khan
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This quiche was absolutely delicious! The leeks and herbs added a wonderful flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I served it with a side salad and it was the perfect meal.


Mhiz Lizzy Douglas
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I'm not a huge fan of quiche, but this one was really good! The leeks and herbs added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I'll definitely be making this again!


Tawubah Hassan
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This quiche was a great way to use up some leftover leeks. The herbs and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the leeks, and the crustless design made it feel like a lighter meal. I'll definitely be making this again!


Jasmin Kalata
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I was looking for a healthy quiche recipe and this one fit the bill. The leeks and herbs added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I'll definitely be making this again!


Aseel Almahjwb
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This quiche was easy to make and turned out great! The leeks and herbs added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I served it with a side of fruit and it was the perfect brunch.


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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this quiche. The herbs and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the leeks, and the crustless design made it feel like a lighter meal. I'll definitely be making this again!


Christopher Howard
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This quiche was a great way to use up some leftover leeks. The herbs and cheese added a lot of flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sandra Okondo
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I've made this quiche several times now and it's always a hit! The leeks and herbs add so much flavor, and the crustless design makes it feel like a healthier option. I love serving it for brunch or lunch.


Laree Zimmerman
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This quiche was absolutely delicious! The leeks and herbs added a wonderful flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I served it with a side salad and it was the perfect meal.


hobiib
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I was a bit skeptical about a crustless quiche, but I was pleasantly surprised! The leeks and herbs really shine through, and the quiche is still plenty filling without the crust. I'll definitely be making this again for brunch.


Vicky Gold
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This quiche was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the flavorful filling. I especially appreciated how easy it was to make - I had it in the oven in under 30 minutes.


Mwiru Mebo
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I'm not usually a fan of quiche, but this one changed my mind. The leeks and herbs added so much flavor, and the crustless design made it feel like a healthier option. I'll definitely be making this again!


Aryanna Berlin
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This leek quiche was unbelievably flavorful! The combination of leeks, herbs, and cheese was perfect, and the crustless design made it light and airy. I'll definitely be making this again.