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Delicious Spineless Spinach Quiche That Drives Gourmands Crazy

Delicious Spineless Spinach Quiche That Drives Gourmands Crazy

The quiche is a classic dish, known to all and remains relatively easy to prepare for both amateurs and professionals in the kitchen. It can be enjoyed hot or cold and at any time of the day. However, the particularity of the recipe that we present today is that it is made without crust, for the pleasure of those who chose a gluten-free diet.

Do you know that the word "quiche" comes from the German "Kuchen" which means cake. And, if you are fond of gourmet and delicious food, and especially gluten free, this recipe is for you.

This is a delicious quiche with vegetables, including spinach, fresh mushrooms and onions. It is also composed of eggs and for this reason, it is nutritious and full of vitamins.

Overview of the beneficial effect of these vegetables

Spinach
Raw or cooked, spinach has a high iron content but is also rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals, sources of serious diseases. Moreover, a study has highlighted the action of spinach to counter chronic diseases such as cancer, obesity and cardiovascular disease. In addition, a clinical study has shown that daily consumption of cooked spinach improves the resistance of white blood cells to oxidative stress.

Onions
The onion is part of the family of alliaceous and has the distinction of being rich in antioxidants. According to a study, the onion has a myriad of health benefits, including anti-cancer properties, antiplatelet activity and antibiotics. In another study, onion consumption has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer, especially that of the stomach.

Fresh mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms are high in fiber, group B vitamins and a source of phosphorus and potassium. The mushroom is a good source of calcium with a content of about 6mg per 100mg according to the National Agency for Food Safety, Environment and Labor (ANSES). Thus, this food improves the health of bones and teeth.

The egg
The egg is nutritious and has exceptional nutritional value. It is rich in antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which fight against cellular aging, cataracts, macular degeneration and cancer. It is naturally rich in proteins; and contains about 13g per 100g according to the National Agency for Food Safety, Environment and Labor (ANSES). It is also a source of minerals including magnesium, zinc and calcium. It is also rich in iron and vitamin B9.

Recipe for Spinach Quiche without Crust
You will see that this quiche does not contain dough, which is usually the basis of all quiches and pies. Easy to prepare, count about 40 minutes for this healthy recipe.

Ingredients

· 1 cup of steamed spinach, organic
· 1 cup fresh sliced ​​organic mushrooms, organic
· 1 cup chopped onion, organic
· 1 cup cooked and finely chopped chicken pieces without GMOs
· 5 large eggs, organic
· 1 cup of ricotta
· 1 tablespoon of olive oil
· A little salt
· A little pepper

Preparation

- Begin by turning the onion and mushrooms in the olive oil until they become tender.

- Add the chicken pieces and spinach. Stir the mixture until the moisture evaporates. Season with salt and pepper and cook for a few more minutes over low heat and set aside.

- Mix the eggs and ricotta and add them to the slightly chilled vegetable mixture.

- In a quiche or pie dish, greased with a little oil, spread the mixture evenly and bake for 40 minutes. You can check the cooking by inserting a knife. If it is dry, it means that the quiche is ready.

- Let cool and enjoy. Enjoy your meal !
Spineless Spinach