Best Crustless Leek Greens And Herb Quiche Recipes

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CRUSTLESS QUICHE WITH GREENS, HERBS, AND GOAT CHEESE



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Easy and nutritious, this quiche is packed with protein, calcium, and iron. You can use any type of greens you like: swiss chard, kale, collards, mustard greens, spinach, etc. I like a mix of spinach and kale, two superfoods. Serve alone for a light dinner or for breakfast, or with a salad or raw veggies for lunch at work.

Provided by Compassionate Chef

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 large leek
2 cups chopped kale
1 cup chopped spinach
5 egg whites
4 whole eggs
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/4 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

Steps:

  • Spray a 9-inch glass pie dish with non-stick spray and sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the bottom and sides of the dish. Shake the dish around to distribute evenly.
  • Slice the white and light green parts of the leek 1/2 inch thick. Boil 4 cups of salted water and add leeks. Boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add spinach and kale. Set aside for 30 minutes for greens to wilt and soften. Drain, rinse with cold water, squeeze out the water, and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Whisk egg whites until frothy and then whisk in the whole eggs. Whisk in milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, tarragon, and basil.
  • Scatter the greens mixture in the bottom of the pie plate over the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle on the goat cheese. Pour egg mixture over the greens and bake 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

CRUSTLESS LEEK QUICHE



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Make and share this Crustless Leek Quiche recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large leeks
2 tablespoons butter
coarse salt
ground black pepper
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
6 drops Tabasco sauce
8 ounces brie cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • Trim off root end of leeks. Cut off all but 1" of the dark green leaves and discard. Cut leeks in quarters lengthwise, then cut in 1 1/2" pieces. Put leeks in a large bowl of water to wash off grit. Change water and rinse again until clean. Drain and pat dry.
  • Melt butter in a skillet. When foam subsides and butter is just beginning to brown, add leeks. Season with salt and pepper, and saute 2 minutes until tender. Transfer to a sheet pan and refrigerate 10 minutes until cool.
  • Crack 8 eggs into a bowl and beat lightly. Add milk, cream and goat cheese, and whisk together. Add worcestershire and tabasco.
  • Grease a pie dish with butter. Place leeks in bottom of dish. Pour custard base over leeks. Place pie dish on a baking sheet. Place in preheated 400°F oven for 15 minutes.
  • Lay sliced brie over top of dish. Return to oven for another 10 minutes. Cool 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.8, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 319.2, Sodium 468.5, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3, Protein 21.6

CRUSTLESS LEEK & GRUYERE QUICHE



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Make and share this Crustless Leek & Gruyere Quiche recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Meredith .F

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb leek (about 3 med)
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 eggs, large
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded (approx 4 oz)
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9 1/2 inch deep dish pie plate. Cut off roots and trim dark green tops from leeks. Discard any tough outer leaves. Cut each leek lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4 inch wide slices. Rinse leeks in large bowl of water, swishing to remove sand. Transfer leeks to colander and drain. Repeat until all sand is removed.
  • In a 12 inch skillet, heat oil on med for 1 minute Add leeks and 1/4 tsp salt; cook 12-14 min or until tender & brown, stirring frequently. Transfer leeks to prepared quiche dish.
  • Meanwhile, in bowl, with wire whisk, beat eggs, milk, cornstarch, 1/4 tsp salt & 1/4 tsp black pepper until well blended.
  • Pour egg mixture over leeks in dish. Sprinkle with gruyere. Bake 30-35 minute Cool on wire rack for 5 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 241.5, Sodium 186.4, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 16.1

CRUSTLESS LEEK QUICHE



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes one 9-inch tart

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon for greasing the pan
4 leeks, upper (dark) green part removed, split lengthwise, halved again lengthwise and then cut into 2-inch strips, carefully washed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
4 eggs
4 ounces fresh goat cheese, cut into slices
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
A few drops hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
A few drops Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 8 even slices, rind trimmed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter. When the butter starts to froth and brown slightly on the edges of the pan, shut off the heat and add the leeks. Turn the heat back to medium and season the leeks with salt and pepper. Stir to blend. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the leeks become only slightly tender. Transfer the leeks to a baking sheet and place the sheet in the refrigerator.
  • Crack the eggs into a medium bowl. Whisk the eggs to break them up. Add the slices of goat cheese and season with salt and pepper. Use a whisk to break up the goat cheese and blend it with the eggs. When it is fairly smooth, whisk in the cream, milk, hot sauce, and Worcestershire.
  • Grease the bottom and sides of the baking dish with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and fill with the quiche batter.
  • Place the dish in the center of the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. Open the oven door and gently layer the Brie slices on top of the quiche. Close the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the top is slightly brown. Allow to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before cutting.

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