Low Fat Bacon and Onion Quiche

Indulge in a wholesome, guilt-free comfort food with this Low Fat Bacon and Onion Quiche. Encased in a delicious whole wheat pie crust, this lighter take on a classic quiche combines crispy turkey bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and a creamy, protein-packed egg filling made with reduced-fat milk and low-fat cheddar cheese. Perfectly seasoned with just the right touch of salt, pepper, and fresh parsley, this quiche is baked to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this recipe proves that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to enjoy a healthy meal. Serve it warm or at room temperature and pair with a crisp side salad for a balanced, satisfying dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch Whole wheat pie crust
• 4 slices Turkey bacon
• 1 medium Large onion
• 3 large Eggs
• 3 Egg whites
• 1 cup Reduced-fat milk
• 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set it aside.

Step 3

Chop the turkey bacon into small pieces.

Step 4

Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat it over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the turkey bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

Peel and thinly slice the onion.

Step 7

In the same skillet, add the onion and cook until soft and lightly caramelized, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 8

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, and reduced-fat milk.

Step 9

Stir in the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, parsley, cooked turkey bacon, and onions.

Step 10

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie crust.

Step 11

Place the quiche on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(860.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1062.6

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 684.8mg	0%
Sodium 4251.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 251.5IU	0%
Calcium 1336.1mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1530.8mg	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: 39.4%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 19.1%