Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach
A light and flavorful quiche with fresh spinach, creamy goat cheese, and a flaky crust, showcasing the best of local produce. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs pre-made (9-inch) pie crust, fresh and chopped spinach, crumbled goat cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 pre-made (9-inch) pie crust
- 4 cups, fresh and chopped spinach
- 1 cup, crumbled goat cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust and press into a 9-inch tart pan.
- Step 2: Sauté spinach in a skillet with 1 tbsp butter until wilted. Stir in goat cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Step 3: Whisk eggs, milk, and remaining butter in a bowl. Pour into the crust, then top with spinach mixture. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach?
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 pre-made (9-inch) pie crust from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach?
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 Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach 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.
What goes well with Farmers' Market Quiche with Goat Cheese and Spinach?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
