Heart-Healthy Classic Quiche Lorraine

Elevate your brunch table with this Heart-Healthy Classic Quiche Lorraine, a lighter twist on the timeless French favorite. This recipe swaps traditional heavy cream and bacon with low-fat milk and savory turkey bacon, while a whole wheat pie crust adds wholesome fiber without sacrificing flavor. Packed with nutrient-rich spinach, sautéed onions, and reduced-fat Swiss cheese, this quiche delivers all the creamy, savory goodness you love in a more nutritious package. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and black pepper, it bakes to golden perfection in just under an hour. Serve it warm for a cozy breakfast or enjoy it chilled as a versatile meal prep option. Delicious, heart-smart, and easy to make, this quiche is a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch (pre-made or homemade) Whole wheat pie crust
• 3 large Eggs
• 3 Egg whites
• 1 cup Low-fat milk
• 0.75 cup (shredded) Reduced-fat Swiss cheese
• 4 slices Turkey bacon
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Yellow onion
• 1 cup (roughly chopped) Fresh spinach
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish if not already prepared. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the turkey bacon to the skillet and cook until it starts to crisp, an additional 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, and low-fat milk until well combined.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 8

Add the cooked onion, turkey bacon, and spinach mixture into the egg mixture, stirring well to combine.

Step 9

Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve warm, or cool completely and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1120.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1803.2

Total Fat 103.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 740.7mg	0%
Sodium 4375.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 116.2g	0%

Vitamin D 283.4IU	0%
Calcium 2169.6mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1209.0mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 23.9%