Delicious Ricotta Spinach Quiche
Delicious Ricotta Spinach Quiche is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines fresh spinach and rich ricotta cheese nestled in a buttery crust. Perfect for brunch or dinner, this quiche impresses with its vibrant colors and delightful aroma, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Simple to prepare, it makes every gathering special while offering the versatility to customize based on your taste. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a delicious experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust into a pie dish, pressing down gently and poking holes with a fork.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and ricotta until smooth. Fold in sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set and golden on top. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg