Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry
A classic French quiche featuring a flaky, buttery crust filled with ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and creamy custard, embodying the essence of Provence with its sun-drenched flavors. This french-inspired vegetarian ready in about 80 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, cubed cold unsalted butter, ice water 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 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup, cubed cold unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp ice water
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2, finely diced shallots
- 2 cups, diced (1/2 inch) tomatoes
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh basil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: For the crust: Pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp salt in a food processor, then add 1/2 cup cubed cold unsalted butter and pulse until pea-sized crumbs form; add 2 tbsp ice water and pulse until dough holds together.
- Step 2: Press dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan, trim edges, and chill for 30 minutes; preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 3: Bake crust for 15 minutes until golden, then remove and let cool; while baking, sauté 2 finely diced shallots in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 4: Spread sautéed shallots evenly over the crust, then top with 2 cups diced tomatoes, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, and 2 tbsp chopped basil.
- Step 5: Whisk together 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth, then pour over tomatoes; bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until center is set and golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry 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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry?
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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry?
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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry 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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Quiche with Crisp Pastry?
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
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 35-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
