Best 5 Cauliflower Beef Quiche Recipes

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**Cauliflower Beef Quiche: A Low-Carb and Protein-Packed Delight**

Craving a hearty and flavorful meal that's also good for you? Look no further than the cauliflower beef quiche. This innovative dish combines the comforting flavors of a classic quiche with the health benefits of cauliflower and ground beef.

The cauliflower crust is a game-changer, providing a crispy and nutritious alternative to traditional pastry. It's made with a simple blend of cauliflower rice, eggs, cheese, and seasonings, and it's surprisingly easy to make. The filling is equally delicious, featuring a savory combination of ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and a creamy custard made with eggs, milk, and cheese.

This quiche is not only a culinary delight but also a nutritional powerhouse. The cauliflower crust is low in carbohydrates and high in fiber, making it a great option for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. The ground beef provides a significant amount of protein, iron, and zinc, while the vegetables add essential vitamins and minerals.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the cauliflower beef quiche is sure to hit the spot. It's a versatile dish that can be served hot or cold, making it perfect for meal prepping or packing for lunch. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite vegetables, cheeses, and herbs.

So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this mouthwatering cauliflower beef quiche. With its perfect balance of flavors, textures, and nutrients, it's a dish that will surely become a family favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CAULIFLOWER-CRUSTED QUICHE WITH HILLSHIRE FARM® SMOKED SAUSAGE



Cauliflower-Crusted Quiche with Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage image

A unique cauliflower crust serves as the base of this cheesy quiche featuring smoked sausage and sweet peppers.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, cored and cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 eggs, divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 tablespoon whole wheat panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
½ (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, bias-sliced 1/2-inch thick
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate; set aside.
  • Place cauliflower in a food processor in batches. Cover and pulse each batch until crumbly and mixture resembles the texture of rice.
  • In a very large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes, or until cauliflower is tender and starting to brown.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cauliflower, 1 egg, 1/2 cup of the cheese, the panko, and 2 tablespoons chives. Press mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie plate.
  • In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add sweet pepper and cook for 2 minutes, or until it begins to soften. Add sausage and onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion softens and sausage begins to brown. Spoon sausage mixture and remaining 1/2 cup cheese into cauliflower crust.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together remaining 4 eggs, whipping cream, and flour. Pour over sausage mixture in crust.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean. Let stand on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with additional chives, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 365.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CAULIFLOWER QUICHE



Cauliflower Quiche image

This is a great quiche recipe - high in protein, which we need every day, especially as vegetarians. It is quick and relatively easy to make. All good cooks can adapt this recipe to their own requirements and availability of certain ingredients - but it tastes the best using the ones I have suggested here. If the ingredients are organic, they will be that much better.

Provided by Christmas

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Quiche

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head cauliflower, cut into large florets
⅓ cup chopped fresh mushrooms
3 green onions, chopped
5 large eggs, or more to taste
1 cup half-and-half, or more to taste
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch curry powder, or to taste
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower; cover and steam until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • Blend cauliflower, mushrooms, and green onions in a blender under chopped, yet still chunky.
  • Separate egg yolks and egg whites into 2 separate bowls. Beat egg whites in a bowl using an electric mixer until medium peaks form.
  • Combine half-and-half, butter, and flour together in a saucepan over low heat; cook and stir until white sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Stir white sauce, Parmesan cheese, cauliflower mixture, egg yolks, turmeric, salt, pepper, and curry powder together in a bowl; gently fold in egg whites using a spatula or wide knife. Pour egg mixture into a glass baking dish. Sprinkle paprika over egg mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and set in the middle, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 234.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

IMPOSSIBLE CAULIFLOWER QUICHE



Impossible Cauliflower Quiche image

Make and share this Impossible Cauliflower Quiche recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

salt
boiling water
2 cups thinly sliced cauliflower florets
1 (9 ounce) package frozen cauliflower, thawed and drained
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup shredded colby cheese (, about 4 ounces)
1 cup milk
1/2 cup Bisquick
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In covered saucepan in enough boiling salted water to cover, cook cauliflorets 10 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Place in greased 9" pie plate.
  • Sprinkle with onion, green pepper and cheese.
  • Place remaining ingredients in blender container.
  • Cover and whirl 15 seconds (or beat 1 minute with rotary beater).
  • Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

CAULIFLOWER-CRUSTED QUICHE RECIPE BY TASTY



Cauliflower-Crusted Quiche Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cauliflower, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, eggs, milk, feta cheese, pepper, olive oil, asparagus, baby spinach, green onions

Provided by Olivia Blum

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
6 eggs, divided
1 cup milk
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
½ teaspoon pepper
½ tablespoon olive oil
8 spears asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch (2 cm) pieces
4 cups baby spinach
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Add the cauliflower to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely crumbled.
  • Place in microwave-safe dish and microwave for 5 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  • Place cooked cauliflower into a towel and squeeze out as much water as possible. Discard liquid.
  • Add the cauliflower to a bowl with 1 egg, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  • Press crust mixture evenly into tart plate, making sure to go up the sides of the plate.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes, until golden. Set aside to cool.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 5 eggs, milk, crumbled feta cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  • In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add asparagus pieces and cook until slightly tender.
  • Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Place asparagus and spinach mixture on the bottom of the cooked cauliflower crust. Pour egg and cheese mixture over the top and sprinkle with green onions.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until quiche is set and slightly golden.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER QUICHE



Cheddar Cauliflower Quiche image

A dear friend shared this recipe one year when we both had an abundance of cauliflower from our gardens. My husband and I enjoy this so much that I make it for breakfast, lunch and dinner! -Tracy Watson, Hobson, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
3 tablespoons cold whole milk
4 cups chopped fresh cauliflower, cooked
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until mixture forms a ball. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Unwrap dough. On a floured surface; roll out to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Place in pie plate; flute edges. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer., Spoon cauliflower into crust; top with almonds. In a blender, combine eggs, milk, mayonnaise, 1-1/4 cups cheese, nutmeg and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Pour over almonds; sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 calories, Fat 41g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a sturdy quiche crust that can hold up to the weight of the filling. A pre-baked crust or a homemade crust made with a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour works well.
  • To make the cauliflower filling, use a food processor to grate the cauliflower into small florets. You can also use a box grater or a sharp knife to finely chop the cauliflower.
  • Sauté the cauliflower in a large skillet with olive oil and garlic until it is tender and slightly browned. This step helps to bring out the flavor of the cauliflower and prevent it from becoming watery in the quiche.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the quiche filling to create a rich and flavorful dish. A combination of cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère cheese works well.
  • Add other vegetables to the quiche filling, such as chopped spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers, to increase the nutritional value and add more flavor.
  • Season the quiche filling with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices, such as paprika, cumin, or oregano, to taste.
  • Pour the quiche filling into the prepared crust and bake in a preheated oven until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. This usually takes about 30-35 minutes.
  • Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the filling to firm up and makes it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower beef quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower and ground beef, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal. With its crispy crust, tender filling, and flavorful cheese, this quiche is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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