The Un-Quiche Quiche
The Un-Quiche Quiche
Behold, the quiche of the future! This delightful Vegan Spinach Quiche is a creamy, dreamy, and entirely egg-free and dairy-free marvel that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about this French classic. With a savory filling and a delicious crust (or no crust, if you're feeling adventurous!), this dish is so packed with flavor you won't believe it's completely plant-based. It's the perfect way to start your day or impress at your next brunch!
Equipment
- 20-cm (8-inch) or 23-cm (9-inch) pie plate
- Rolling Pin
- wire rack
Ingrediënten
For the crust:
- 96 g creamy natural peanut butter
- 120 ml unsweetened almond or other nondairy milk
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 21 g agave nectar optional
- 240 g light spelt flour
For the filling:
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp fine sea salt to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried minced onion
- 455 g firm or extra-firm silken tofu
- 28 g nondairy butter
- 16 g nutritional yeast
- 380 g frozen chopped spinach thawed, squeezed dry
- 30 g brown rice or any flour
- 24 g ground toasted almonds
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Lightly coat an 20-cm or 23-cm pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
- To make the crust: In a food processor, combine the flour, peanut butter, and salt.
- Pulse to mix.
- Add the agave (if using) and milk, a little at a time, until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough as thinly as possible and fit it into the pie plate.
- Prick with a fork to prevent air bubbles.
- Set aside.
- To make the filling: In a food processor, blend the tofu, butter, yeast, flour, almonds, salt, pepper, nutmeg, turmeric, baking powder, garlic powder, and minced onion until smooth.
- Scrape the sides as needed.
- Add the spinach and pulse a few times to combine.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let stand for 10 minutes on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve this creamy quiche warm with a fresh green salad and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. The tangy dressing provides a delightful contrast to the rich, savory filling.
Wine Advice:
For a quiche this creamy and savory, a crisp and refreshing wine is a must. A chilled Sauvignon Blanc with its citrus and green apple notes will cut through the richness of the filling beautifully, making every bite feel light and fresh. If you’re looking for something with a little more body, a dry Rosé with its delicate berry notes would also be a lovely companion. It’s a pairing that’s just as sophisticated as the dish itself!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 1.3 g
