Roasted Vegetable & Spinach Quiche
A hearty, egg-rich quiche packed with roasted vegetables and fresh spinach for a protein-packed breakfast or brunch. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 70 minutes pairs (100g) fresh, chopped spinach, medium (250g), diced zucchini, red (100g), diced bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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
- 4 cups (100g) fresh, chopped spinach
- 1 medium (250g), diced zucchini
- 1 red (100g), diced bell pepper
- 4 large egg
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup (50g) melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9-inch pie dish with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a skillet, sauté zucchini, bell pepper, and 1/4 cup butter over medium heat for 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 4: Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Stir in flour and cheese, then pour into the pie dish.
- Step 5: Pour egg mixture over vegetables, sprinkle remaining cheese, and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Roasted Vegetable & Spinach Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 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 Roasted Vegetable & Spinach 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 (100g) fresh, chopped spinach from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Vegetable & Spinach 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 Roasted Vegetable & Spinach 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 Roasted Vegetable & Spinach 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
