Dairy-Free Ham and Cheese Quiche

Say hello to the ultimate **Dairy-Free Ham and Cheese Quiche**, a deliciously creamy and flavorful twist on the classic quiche—completely free of dairy! Perfect for brunch, lunch, or an easy weeknight dinner, this quiche combines a flaky dairy-free crust with a rich, protein-packed filling of savory ham, sautéed onions, and fresh spinach. Nutritional yeast and almond milk lend a cheesy, velvety texture to the egg custard, while dairy-free shredded cheese (made from almond or coconut) seals the deal with a melty, golden topping. Ready in just an hour, this gluten-optional dish is a crowd-pleaser for anyone seeking an indulgent yet allergen-friendly meal. Serve it warm with a side salad for a wholesome, satisfying experience! ***

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch crust store-bought or homemade dairy-free pie crust
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup diced cooked ham
• 1 cup dairy-free shredded cheese (such as almond or coconut-based)
• 4 large eggs
• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

If using a store-bought crust, place it in a pie pan and set aside. If making from scratch, prepare your favorite dairy-free pie crust recipe and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the diced ham to the skillet with the onion and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the ham is heated through.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the onion and ham mixture cool slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 7

Spread the spinach evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 8

Distribute the ham and onion mixture over the spinach.

Step 9

Sprinkle the dairy-free shredded cheese over the ham and onion mixture.

Step 10

Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the pie crust, ensuring everything is evenly covered.

Step 11

Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 13

Enjoy your delicious dairy-free ham and cheese quiche!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1351.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2354.4

Total Fat 138.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 862.1mg	0%
Sodium 6139.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 102.0g	0%

Vitamin D 295.8IU	0%
Calcium 1271.3mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1856.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 27.3%