How to Make Light and Fluffy Spinach Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a classic dish that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a rich, creamy filling. This versatile dish can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, and it's a great way to incorporate vegetables and greens into your meal. One popular variation of quiche is the spinach quiche, which adds a delightful earthy flavor and vibrant green color to the filling. Today, we're going to share a recipe for a light and fluffy spinach quiche that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup light mayonnaise
  • ½ cup milk
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 8 ounces shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 9-inch quiche

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with foil.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise and milk in a large bowl until smooth. Whisk in eggs; set aside.
  • Layer spinach, cheese, and onion in the pie shell, making several layers of each. Place on the prepared cookie sheet. Slowly pour egg mixture into the pie shell, then cover quiche with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until the top is golden brown and filling is set, 10 to 15 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    356 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 141mg
    • Sodium: 612mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 266mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 301mg