Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese
A creamy quiche filled with tender spinach, tangy goat cheese, and a medley of perennial herbs like chives, parsley, and tarragon. This french-inspired vegetarian ready in about 80 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, salt, cold, cubed unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup, cold, cubed unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups, fresh, chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup, crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tbsp, chopped chives
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp, chopped tarragon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add cold butter, using a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 3 tbsp ice water, stirring until dough comes together. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll out dough on a floured surface, fit into a 9-inch tart pan, and trim edges. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Blind bake crust for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake 5 minutes longer until lightly golden.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add spinach, goat cheese, chives, parsley, and tarragon, mixing until combined.
- Step 5: Pour filling into crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set and golden. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (45 min prep + 35 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 Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese?
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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese?
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 Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese 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 Perennial Herb Quiche with Spinach and Goat Cheese?
French vegetarian 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
