Egg Green Chili Pepper Souffle or Crustless Quiche Tart

Delight your taste buds with this Egg Green Chili Pepper Souffle, a crustless quiche tart that combines the fluffiness of a souffle with the ease of an elegant quiche. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this dish features a harmonious blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, roasted green chili peppers, and aromatic sautéed garlic and green onions. The creamy egg base, seasoned with a hint of cayenne for optional spice, bakes to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. With no crust to fuss over, this gluten-free recipe is both simple and sophisticated. Serve it warm alongside a crisp green salad or buttery toast for a meal that’s as comforting as it is gourmet.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.75 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups green chili peppers, roasted, peeled, and diced
• 2 pieces green onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
• 1 as needed cooking spray or butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a small skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and green onions, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, roasted green chili peppers, sautéed garlic and green onions, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix until evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie dish or tart pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Place the dish on the center rack of the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 8

Enjoy your Egg Green Chili Pepper Souffle or Crustless Quiche Tart warm, paired with your favorite side salad or a slice of crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(733.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1530.1

Total Fat 127.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1407mg	0%
Sodium 2553.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 73.6g	0%

Vitamin D 270IU	0%
Calcium 1218.0mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 900.9mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 6.3%