Microwave Veggie Quiche with Brown Rice Crust
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this quick, wholesome Microwave Veggie Quiche with Brown Rice Crust! This creative spin on a classic quiche features a perfectly savory and golden crust made from nutrient-rich brown rice, combining deliciously with a colorful medley of baby spinach, red bell peppers, and mushrooms. The entire dish comes together in just 25 minutes, thanks to the convenience of your microwave, making it a time-saving yet impressive option for busy mornings or lazy weekends. Topped with melty mozzarella and infused with a touch of cheddar, this gluten-free and protein-packed quiche is ideal for anyone seeking a nutritious and flavorful meal. Serve it warm, slice it for meal prep, or enjoy it as a satisfying vegetarian main dish!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked brown rice
- 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cups milk
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 0.5 cups red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cups mushrooms, diced
- 0.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Grease a microwave-safe 9-inch pie dish with the olive oil and set aside.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 beaten egg. Mix until well incorporated.
Step 3
Press the rice mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish to form the crust. Set aside.
Step 4
In another mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 5
Add the baby spinach, diced red bell pepper, and diced mushrooms to the egg mixture. Stir until veggies are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Pour the egg and veggie mixture into the brown rice crust. Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 7
Place the pie dish in the microwave and cook on high for 12-15 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the middle and the edges are slightly golden. Cooking times may vary depending on your microwave's power.
Step 8
Carefully remove the dish from the microwave and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your Microwave Veggie Quiche with Brown Rice Crust!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (973.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1321.1 |
| Total Fat 72.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 889.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2920.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.7g | |
| Protein 71.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 242.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1119.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1259.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories