Ricotta Spinach Quiche

Prep: 20 min Cook: 55 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A creamy spinach and ricotta quiche with a flaky crust, featuring nutmeg and Parmesan for a rich, savory dish perfect for brunch or light dinners.

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Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • dash of black pepper
  • 1 cup light cream
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 (10 oz.) packages frozen chopped spinach
  • 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 lb. Ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the frozen chopped spinach according to package instructions; drain well.
  2. Saute minced onion in butter until transparent.
  3. Stir in cooked spinach, salt, nutmeg, and black pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, light cream, and slightly beaten eggs; mix thoroughly.
  5. Stir the cheese mixture into the spinach mixture.
  6. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie shell.
  7. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325°F and bake for an additional 40 minutes until set and golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

788 kcal 39% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.2g 34% DV
Total Fat 53.8g 69% DV
Carbs 66.4g 24% DV
Fiber 13.6g 49% DV
Sugar 3.6g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10404.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 816.3mg 17% DV
Cholesterol 189.5mg 63% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 224mcg 25% DV
Vitamin C 5mg 6% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 626mg 48% DV
Iron 5mg 28% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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