Crust Less Crab Quiche
Elevate your brunch game with this indulgent Crustless Crab Quiche, a light yet luxurious recipe featuring sweet, tender crab meat and rich Swiss cheese baked into a creamy, custard-like filling. Perfect for a gluten-free option, this quiche skips the crust while still delivering big on flavor, thanks to fresh green onions, parsley, and a hint of paprika. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden finish in under 35 minutes, it’s an effortless dish that’s ideal for entertaining or a simple family meal. Serve it warm or at room temperature alongside a crisp salad or fresh fruit for a beautifully balanced and flavorful dining experience.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh crab meat
- 1 cup Shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 0.25 cup Chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Grease a 9-inch pie dish lightly with unsalted butter.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until smooth.
Step 4
Add the milk, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the eggs and whisk until fully combined.
Step 5
Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese, green onions, parsley, and crab meat, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is slightly golden.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let the quiche cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Step 9
Serve warm or at room temperature with a side salad or fresh fruit for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (876.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1093.7 |
| Total Fat 73.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 1021.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4140.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.5g | |
| Protein 80.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 267.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 735.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1633.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories