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Roasted Pumpkin Quiche

Irresistible Roasted Pumpkin Quiche: Cozy Autumn Comfort

Try this Roasted Pumpkin Quiche for a delicious vegetarian dish perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 pie crust Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Roasted Pumpkin Diced and roasted until tender
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra-virgin recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Ground
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, can substitute with goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage Chopped

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. Dice the pumpkin, coat in olive oil, and roast on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Sauté onions in olive oil until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a mixing bowl for custard ingredients.
  5. Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
  6. Fold in roasted pumpkin, sautéed onion, garlic, feta cheese, and sage into the custard.
  7. Pour the mixture into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the center is set and slightly puffy.
  9. Cool the quiche for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool before slicing for best results. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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