Description
This delicious Tortilla Quiche combines the convenience of flour tortillas with a rich, savory egg custard loaded with colorful vegetables, cheese, and optional sausage. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this easy-to-make quiche features a crispy tortilla crust and a flavorful, fluffy filling baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Tortilla Crust
- 4 medium flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option)
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free milk alternative)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Fillings
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled beef or chicken sausage (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the quiche.
- Prepare the tortilla crust: Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish to prevent sticking. Arrange the tortillas to fully cover the bottom and sides, trimming any excess overhang. For an added crispy texture, you can pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before proceeding.
- Make the egg mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until fully combined and slightly frothy, which helps create a light custard.
- Assemble the quiche: Evenly distribute the diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, diced onions, and cooked sausage (if using) over the tortilla crust. Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over the fillings, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The quiche is done when the center is set and the edges turn a golden brown color.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the quiche to rest for 5 to 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. This helps it set further for easier slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas.
- You can customize the fillings by using different vegetables or proteins according to your preference.
- Using dairy-free milk and cheese options can adapt this recipe to lactose intolerance or vegan preferences (omit eggs for fully vegan).
- Pre-baking the tortilla crust adds a crispier texture to the quiche base.
- Letting the quiche cool slightly before slicing improves the texture and makes cutting cleaner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
