Description
This Easy Asparagus Quiche with Gruyère is a delicious and simple dish, showcasing fresh asparagus and rich Gruyère cheese in a flaky crust—ideal for brunch or a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 single 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought (thawed)
- 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, diced
- 12 ounce asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup half and half (or heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: If using homemade pie dough, roll it into a circle about 10 inches wide and ⅛ inch thick. Place it in a 9-inch pie dish and press it in gently. Trim excess dough and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Blind bake the crust (optional but recommended): Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line the pie crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove parchment and weights, and let the crust cool slightly.
- Prepare the filling: Cut asparagus into 1 inch pieces. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add shallot, and cook for about 2 minutes until softened. Add asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add garlic, salt, and pepper to the skillet, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the quiche: Spread the asparagus mixture over the bottom of the prepared crust. Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the vegetables. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half (or heavy cream), and chopped dill until smooth. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the crust until the custard is just below the edge.
- Bake: Bake the quiche at 375°F for 35-40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Homemade crust can add flavor and texture; use store-bought for a quicker option.
Letting the quiche rest before slicing allows for easier serving and better texture.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables like spinach or leeks based on your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 337
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 195mg