How to Make Ham and Veggie Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It's a savory custard pie filled with a variety of ingredients, making it a perfect way to use up any leftover vegetables, meats, or cheeses you have in the fridge. One of the most popular versions of quiche is the ham and veggie quiche, which combines the smoky flavor of ham with the freshness of vegetables and the richness of cheese.

Although quiche originated in France, it has become...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped green bell peppers
  • ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ⅔ cup whole kernel corn, drained
  • ½ cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • ⅓ cup green beans, drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 cup finely diced smoked ham
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, corn, peas and green beans; season with salt and pepper. Stir in cottage cheese and egg whites. Pour into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle on ham and green onion. Top with cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until center is set, about 40 to 60 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    171 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 560mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 241mg