How to Make Bread Crust Zucchini Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a classic dish that is perfect for any meal of the day. Whether you're looking for a satisfying breakfast, a light lunch, or a quick dinner, quiche is always a great option. It's versatile, delicious, and can be customized with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste preferences. This Bread Crust Zucchini Quiche is a unique twist on the traditional quiche, featuring a homemade bread crust and a savory zucchini filling. The result is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to be...

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Ingredients

  • 3 slices whole wheat bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 2 cups sliced zucchini
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ¾ cup nonfat plain yogurt
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cut bread slices in half diagonally, and arrange around edge of 9-inch pie plate.
  • In a medium skillet, melt butter and saute zucchini until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add tomato and oregano, and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the flour, and spoon mixture into center of the bread-lined pie plate.
  • In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, eggs, yogurt, and 1/2 the Parmesan cheese. Spoon this mixture over the vegetables in the pie plate, and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until firm in center.
  • Nutrition

    172 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 76mg
    • Sodium: 371mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 187mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 374mg