Low Fat Quiche Poireaux (Leek Quiche)

Delight your taste buds with this Low Fat Quiche Poireaux (Leek Quiche), a lightened-up version of the classic French dish that's perfect for a healthy lunch or brunch. Featuring tender sautéed leeks nestled in a flaky shortcrust pastry, this quiche gets its creamy texture from a blend of skim milk and eggs, with a subtle hint of nutmeg for added depth of flavor. A sprinkle of grated low-fat cheese provides just the right amount of savory richness without piling on the calories. With only 20 minutes of prep and under an hour of cook time, this low-fat leek quiche is an easy, guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm or enjoy it chilled—the choice is yours! Perfect for those seeking a healthy quiche recipe that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sheet ready-made shortcrust pastry
• 2 large fresh leeks
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 large egg white
• 200 milliliters skim milk
• 50 grams grated low-fat cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 2

Roll out the shortcrust pastry and line a 23-cm (9-inch) quiche or pie tin, trimming any excess. Prick the base with a fork and chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the pastry is chilling, clean the leeks thoroughly. Slice off the dark green tops and roots, leaving the white and light green parts. Slice the leeks thinly.

Step 4

In a large non-stick frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and slightly translucent. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg white, and skim milk until well combined. Stir in the grated low-fat cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Remove the pastry-lined tin from the fridge and spread the leeks evenly over the base. Pour the egg and milk mixture over the leeks, ensuring it spreads out evenly.

Step 7

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 8

Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1478.5

Total Fat 83.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 582.0mg	0%
Sodium 2529.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 213.8IU	0%
Calcium 803.2mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1128.0mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 32.8%