Health Benefits
This asparagus quiche combines vegetables, protein and moderate fats in a way that feels balanced and satisfying. Asparagus, mushrooms and spinach provide fiber and micronutrients, while tofu and eggs add protein that helps keep the meal more stable.
Using a variety of vegetables increases plant diversity, which is linked to gut health and overall dietary quality. Preparing the dough at home also helps keep the ingredient list simpler compared to many ready-made options.
Plant count: 10 🌱
A Closer Look at Key Ingredients
- Provides fiber that supports digestion
- Contains folate and vitamin C
- Contains antioxidants
- Provide B vitamins
- Contain compounds linked to immune support
- Low energy density
- Provide fiber that supports digestion
- Contain sulfur compounds linked to cardiovascular health
- Support digestive health
- Plant-based protein source
- Low in saturated fat
- Adds structure to the filling
- Rich in folate and vitamin K
- Contributes plant iron
- Supports overall micronutrient intake
Vegetables baked together create their own kind of comfort.
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Pro Tips
- Sauté the vegetables briefly before baking so excess moisture evaporates. This keeps the quiche filling creamy instead of watery.
- Allow the quiche to rest for about 10 minutes after baking. This helps the filling set and makes slicing easier.
- Serve the quiche with a fresh leafy salad and a squeeze of lemon. The acidity balances the richness and creates a more complete meal.
- Taking a moment to notice the contrast between crisp pastry, soft vegetables and creamy filling often makes simple dishes feel even more satisfying.
Did You Know?
Asparagus naturally contains inulin, a type of prebiotic fiber that reaches the colon intact and is fermented by gut bacteria. This process produces compounds that are linked to gut health and metabolic function.
Including vegetables like asparagus regularly is one simple way to support digestive health beyond basic nutrient intake.
Asparagus Quiche with Spinach, Mushrooms & Tofu
Ingredients
Quiche Dough
- 200 g wheat flour
- 100 g butter
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 pinch salt
Filling
- 200 g white asparagus
- 200 g green asparagus
- 150 g mushroom
- 200 g leek
- 1 oignon
- 100 g baby spinach
- 200 g tofu
- 4 eggs
- 200 ml sour cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the quiche dough by mixing flour, butter (previously soften in the microwave), egg, milk and salt until a smooth dough forms. Wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Lightly sauté asparagus, mushrooms, onion and leek in a pan until slightly softened and fragrant. Add the crumbled tofu toward the end of the sautéing so it warms and absorbs flavor. Stir in the spinach just before removing from the heat and let it wilt gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
- Roll out the dough and line a greased 28 cm quiche dish. Add the vegetable-tofu mixture and pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling.
- Bake at 200°C (top/bottom heat) for about 30–40 minutes until the quiche is golden and set.
- Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing.