Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds and nourishes your soul. The kale, onion, and bacon quiche is a symphony of flavors and textures, a perfect balance between the earthy notes of kale, the sweet crunch of onions, and the smoky richness of bacon. Encased in a flaky, golden-brown crust, this quiche is a delightful treat for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
This versatile dish can be customized to suit your preferences. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. If you prefer a chewier crust, use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour. And for a touch of spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the filling.
This recipe also includes a variation for a vegan kale, onion, and tofu quiche. This plant-based version is just as delicious and satisfying, with tofu providing a protein-packed substitute for bacon. The tofu is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, giving it a savory flavor that complements the kale and onions perfectly.
Whether you're a seasoned quiche maker or trying it for the first time, this recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure success. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
KALE AND ONION QUICHE
Even using whole milk and full fat ingredients, this is fairly low cal, but if fat-free or low fat alternatives this would be a great low cal/low fat brunch or lunch dish. Recipe source: local newspaper
Provided by ellie_
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425-degrees F.
- Tear off a piece of foil large enough to fit inside of pie crust and then press it into the pie crust and fill with dried beans. Bake for 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and discard foil and beans. Set aside.
- In a bowl whisk together eggs, half and half, milk, salt, red pepper flakes (if using) and black pepper. Set aside.
- In a skillet on medium high heat oil and butter and add onions and garlic, cooking until softened (3-5 minutes). Stir in kale and cook stirring until wilted (5 minutes).
- Spoon vegetables into crust and sprinkle with cheese. Pour egg/milk mixture over all.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 123.4, Sodium 463.7, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 10.1
BACON, CHEESE, AND CARAMELIZED ONION QUICHE
My husband said this is the best quiche he's ever tried! The combination of caramelized onion, bacon, and Cheddar cheese is perfect.
Provided by Karen
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 2h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Let cool 10 minutes. Crumble and set aside.
- Roll out pastry crust into a circle using a lightly floured rolling pin. Line a 9-inch pie pan with crust. Prick holes into the base of the dough using a fork.
- Bake crust in the preheated oven on the middle rack for 15 minutes.
- Remove pastry crust from the oven. Brush crust with beaten egg. Return crust to the oven and bake 5 minutes more.
- Heat butter in a pan over medium heat and stir in onion. Cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking and stirring until onion is very tender and dark brown, about 40 minutes more.
- Whisk 2 eggs together in a bowl using a fork. Add sour cream and cream cheese and beat using an electric mixer until well combined. Beat in salt and pepper.
- Spread caramelized onions with remaining butter onto pastry crust. Sprinkle with 1/2 the Cheddar cheese. Place crumbled bacon evenly over the top. Pour egg mixture over bacon. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
- Bake quiche in the preheated oven until golden and fluffy, about 30 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 123.5 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 505.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
KALE , ONION AND "BACON" QUICHE
This recipe is for a vegetarian quiche, but you can easily adapt it to a vegan version, or use meat to make it non-veggie. My whole family loved this, and they don't normally like quiche very much. I served it with a wild & long grain rice cooked with dried cranberries, and some carrots and peas.
Provided by Myra9035
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 quiche, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- If pie crust is not pre-baked, use baking beans or weights and pre-bake crust for about 5-10 minutes, then remove from oven.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and saute 3 minutes. Add kale strips, and saute another 3-4 minutes.
- Season this mixture with salt and pepper. Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, mix eggs, cheese, milk, flour and liquid smoke, if using. Add imitation bacon bits and stir. Add this mixture to the kale, onion and garlic, and pour everything into the pie crust.
- Place quiche in oven and bake for 35-45 minutes or until set and nicely browned on top.
SUMMER GARDEN CRUSTLESS QUICHE
This is one of my favorite recipes to make in the summer when the vegetable garden is offering plenty of fresh vegetables. You might want to use less kale if you prefer a more fluffy quiche.
Provided by Singer6
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until garlic is fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add kale, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir tomato and carrots into kale mixture; cook for 5 more minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
- Whisk eggs and milk together in a bowl. Stir Cheddar cheese, kale mixture, and parsley into egg mixture; pour into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until quiche is set in the middle and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Cool in pie dish for 2 to 3 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 195.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 406.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
KALE WITH BACON
The hearty bacon flavor in this side dish makes you forget that you're eating right. Seasoned with garlic, it's a great way to enjoy vitamin-rich kale. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add kale; cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onions and garlic until onion is tender. , Drain the kale; stir into onion mixture. Add the salt, pepper and reserved bacon; heat through.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh kale, onions, and bacon will give your quiche the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: The kale and onions should be tender but still have a bit of crunch.
- Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar or Gruyère cheese will give your quiche a rich, flavorful taste.
- Don't overfill the quiche crust: The quiche will rise as it bakes, so leave some room at the top of the crust.
- Bake the quiche until it is set: The quiche is done when the center is no longer wobbly and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Conclusion:
Kale, onion, and bacon quiche is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this quiche a try!
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