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How to cook a high protein healthy Quiche? Including Ingredients, Instructions, and Nutrition

Quiche is a savory pie typically made with a crust, eggs, and a variety of fillings such as cheese, vegetables, and meat. The ingredients are mixed together and baked in a pie dish, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be served hot or cold. This particular recipe is for a simple quiche that is made with a store-bought or homemade pie crust, eggs, milk, cheese, and vegetables. Here is a recipe for a simple quiche that serves two people:

Ingredients of Quiche:

  • 1 store-bought pie crust or homemade pie crust
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup grated cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1 cup diced vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions on how to cook Quiche:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges if desired.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and milk together. Stir in the cheese and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake the quiche for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  6. Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

This recipe should take about 45 minutes in total, including the baking time. 

Nutrition of this food:

As for nutrition, one serving of this quiche (half of the pie) will have approximately:

  • 350 calories
  • 22 grams of protein
  • 23 grams of fat
  • 20 grams of carbohydrates
  • 2 grams of fiber

You can serve the quiche as is or dress it up with a salad or some fruit. You could also serve it with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Enjoy!

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