Elegant Amaryllis Quiche
A refined quiche with creamy goat cheese, spinach, and a golden crust, perfect for elegant entertaining. This french-inspired quick meals (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs crumbled goat cheese, chopped spinach, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, crumbled goat cheese
- 2 cups, chopped spinach
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup, chilled and cubed butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add butter and use a pastry blender to cut it into coarse crumbs. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and mix until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch tart pan.
- Step 2: Bake crust for 12 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
- Step 3: In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, and nutmeg. Stir in goat cheese and spinach.
- Step 4: Pour filling into the crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Step 5: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh thyme and a lemon wedge.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Elegant Amaryllis Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Elegant Amaryllis Quiche?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep crumbled goat cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Elegant Amaryllis Quiche?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Elegant Amaryllis Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Elegant Amaryllis Quiche vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
