Go Back
+ servings
Print

Sweet Pea Quiche

This sweet pea quiche is a lovely recipe perfect for a spring or summer brunch. It's light and delicious.

Course Brunch
Cuisine American/Canadian
Keyword broccoli, peas, quiche, spinach, vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8
Calories 376 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. all purpose flour
  • 1/2 c. whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp. thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp. tarragon
  • 1/2 tsp. basil note: adjust the quantities of the herbs is using fresh herbs or according to taste – also it can be nice to sprinkle some of the fresh herbs over the quiche before baking
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen green peas
  • 4 eggs beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk or heavy cream for a lighter recipe, I have used skim milk successfully – you can also use evaporated skim milk and it will mimic the thickness of the cream a little better
  • note: when not eating meatless, the recipe originally called for 2 slices of bacon, diced and cooked, and I like to use diced and cooked pancetta instead
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour, cheese, herbs, and pinch of salt in a food processor until mixed well.
  2. Add the butter and continue to process until the mixture resembles the texture of cornmeal.
  3. Add the egg and process until a firm ball of dough forms.
  4. Roll out the pastry and place in a quiche dish or springform pan (about 6 inches if a deep pan, 9 inches if shallower). Prick the pastry with a fork and place in the refrigerator to chill it.
  5. Sprinkle the peas over the chilled pastry base.
  6. Whisk together the eggs, milk/cream, and seasonings and pour this over the peas in the pastry shell.
  7. Cover with foil – loosely so that it has some ventilation in it – and place in a 400 degree F oven for 2o minutes.
  8. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue to bake for another 25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
  9. Can be served warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Pea Quiche
Amount Per Serving
Calories 376 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 164mg55%
Sodium 178mg8%
Potassium 227mg6%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 1158IU23%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 122mg12%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.