Quiche with Quinoa Crust: Your Going to Love this Healthy Alternative

I've always considered cooking quiche to be a long and complicated process. About 6 months ago, a friend shared a recipe tip with me that removes the most tedious task (and fattening ingredient), the crust! Now, I know you can create a crustless quiche quite easily, but to me that method feels more like a breakfast food than dinner.

So, what is this secret ingredient? Quinoa (pronounced "keenwa")

• Gluten-free
• High in protein, magnesium & iron
• Good source of dietary fiber

The quinoa in this recipe will cook up and settle to the bottom of the pan, forming a delicious and nutritious "crust".

• 4-5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup of quinoa, well rinsed & drained
• Your favorite filling, suggestions include:
  • sauteed spinach
  • steamed & chopped broccoli
  • black beans & diced tomatoes
• Your choice of cheese, pick a shredded blend or crumbled selection, suggestions include:
  • cheddar
  • swiss
  • goat
  • feta
  • mozarella

1. Preheat oven to 350°
2. Cook any desired toppings
3. Spray pie pan with cooking spray
4. Place thin layer of toppings in pan
5. Scramble eggs & milk together in medium size bowl
6. Add quinoa & cheese to egg mixture & stir with fork
7. Pour egg, milk, cheese & quinoa mixture over toppings
8. Place in oven for ~30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
9. Cool for 5-10 minutes
10. Slice & serve with your choice of side, we often choose garlic roasted mashed potatoes

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