Spinach quiche is a savory, satisfying dish that combines the richness of eggs, creamy cheese, and the earthiness of spinach in a flaky pie crust. This classic French dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. The best part is that it can be customized with various add-ins like cheese, herbs, or meats, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.
Tasty savory pie from French cuisine, made with a flaky crust, filled with a mixture of spinach, eggs, cheese, and seasonings. It’s a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
Yes, you can use frozen spinach. Just make sure to thaw it thoroughly and squeeze out any excess moisture before adding it to the quiche filling.
You can use store-bought pie crust for convenience, or make your own from scratch using flour, butter, and water. Simply roll out the dough and press it into a pie dish, then pre-bake it before filling it with the spinach mixture.
Yes, you can make a crustless quiche by simply omitting the pie crust. The egg mixture will hold together on its own as it bakes, making it a lighter option.
Quiche pairs wonderfully with a light salad, roasted vegetables, or fresh fruit for a balanced meal.
Yes! Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar, feta, or goat cheese, to change up the flavor of the quiche.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 4 eggs beaten
- 1 cup milk whole or 2%
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until translucent.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
- In a bowl, mix together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the spinach and onion mixture evenly over the pie crust.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the spinach.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the cheese and spinach.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
Not sure if I did it right… it didn’t rise much and was kinda watery. Maybe my eggs were too small? 😂
This quiche is amazing! I added some mushrooms and it turned out so good. My family loved it!
I used feta instead of cheddar and it turned out so good!
Wow, feta sounds like a delicious twist! I gotta try that next time.
I cooked the spinach too long and it got weirdly bitter. Lesson: wilt it and stop. Still tasted okay with the eggs and cheese, but it could’ve been better.
Simple recipe, simple taste. I don’t know why people like quiche so much.
I tried it and the bottom crust got a little soggy, even though the top browned. Next time I’ll pre-bake the crust a bit before adding filling.
Wasn’t too impressed. Tasted kinda plain. Maybe more cheese next time? 🧀
I didn’t have cheddar, so I used mozzarella. Still turned out good!
This quiche recipe is awesome! Super easy and delicious.
Not my favorite. I probably won’t make this again. Too bland for me.
So good! I added some garlic and it was delish. 😍🤤
So easy to make! My kids loved it. Will def make again.
Made this for brunch and it turned out beautifully—golden top and super creamy. I used frozen spinach because that’s what I had, just squeezed it dry and it worked great.
Just made it, and I’m eating it right now, sooo good! Will keep this recipe.
I don’t know, I made it once and it was kinda bland. Maybe I did something wrong?
That sounds amazing! Spinach quiche is my fave! 😍
Pretty good, but my quiche was a little watery even after baking the full time. Next time I’ll squeeze the spinach more. Flavor was still great.
I don’t like spinach. Can I use something else? Maybe broccoli?
Not a fan. The crust was soggy and I couldn’t taste the spinach at all. 😒
This looks so comforting. I love that it uses simple ingredients—spinach and cheddar are a classic combo. Might add a little garlic next time, but otherwise looks spot on!
Did anyone else’s quiche overflow? I followed the recipe, but it made a mess.
I don’t understand why you put spinach in a quiche. What’s wrong with just cheese?
375°F for 45 minutes didn’t work for me. It was jiggly in the center and I was kinda panicking, lol. Ended up baking longer and it was fine after that.
I had the same problem—mine was still jiggly too. I just bake till the center is more like “set but slightly wobbly,” not totally firm. Also make sure the crust isn’t too thick.
Oh no 😅 45 min can definitely be a little short depending on the pie dish and your oven. Glad it turned out after baking longer!
This quiche was amazing! Perfect for breakfast.
Spinach makes it healthy, right? lol
Honestly pretty bland. I followed everything but it needed more pepper or maybe some garlic powder. The texture was fine, just not much flavor without extra seasoning.
Quiche is fancy, but this recipe is way too straightforward (in a good way). I added a pinch of nutmeg and it tasted like something from a café.
So good! I added some spices and a little garlic. Yum! Perfect breakfast option.
Sounds delicious! I love adding garlic to everything. Gonna try it for sure!
Not sure about the 1 cup spinach measurement—like packed or chopped loose? I used a bunch and it shrank a lot. Flavor was fine, but texture got watery.
Good question! I usually treat “1 cup spinach” as chopped *and* lightly packed. If it’s super loose, it’s easy for it to cook down a lot. Also, did you squeeze/drain the spinach after wilting? That’s the big fix for watery texture.
Store-bought pie crust is the way. Too lazy to make crust half the time lol. Wish it had more cheese though—1 cup cheddar seems a little stingy.
I’m not sure this recipe is right. My quiche came out watery and the cheese was all stuck together?? What went wrong?
I made this with frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry) and it turned out great. The filling set nicely and the cheddar gave it a rich, classic flavor. 10/10 for a weeknight quiche.
What kind of cheese can I use? I only have mozzarella but no cheddar. Will that work?
I’m not sure mozzarella is a good substitute for cheddar. You might miss that sharp flavor. Just sayin’.
Mozzarella will work! It might change the taste a bit, but it’ll still be yummy. I’d say go for it!
Simple and tasty! Perfect for breakfast or lunch. Will be my go-to recipe. 👍
Simple and tasty. I always forget quiche is basically an egg + dairy situation, so this felt easy. Next time I’ll add a little garlic or nutmeg for extra depth.
“Easy” is right. I made it once and didn’t realize how fast it comes together. Mine could’ve used a little more seasoning though—so adding garlic/nutmeg sounds perfect.
Yes! I love how forgiving this is. Garlic would be awesome—nutmeg too. I usually grate a little nutmeg on top for that warm flavor.
I’m honestly surprised how easy this is. No fancy ingredients, just bake and wait. I added a pinch of nutmeg and it tasted restaurant-y.
5 stars from me! I added mushrooms and it was delicious! Can’t wait to try it again!
Is this healthy? I don’t understand how eggs plus cheese is a meal.
Made this last night and it turned out perfectly—golden top, no soggy middle. I used frozen spinach (squeezed dry) and it still worked great.
Not gonna lie, I don’t love quiche because it’s usually eggy and heavy. This one was actually lighter than expected, and the onion helped. I might make it again.
Spinach?! Who eats that? I think I’m gonna just skip this one.
Good and simple, but I used frozen spinach and squeezed it wayyy dry. If you don’t, it can get watery. Otherwise, tasty and not too eggy.