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Zucchini and goat cheese quiche with salad

This zucchini and goat cheese quiche is a savory tart for 4 people, ready in 55 minutes, rated easy, for about €1.90 per person. The key is draining and sautéing the zucchini before baking, so the crust stays crisp instead of soggy.

A light zucchini and fresh goat cheese quiche, with a green salad, for a stress free summer dinner.

Zucchini and goat cheese quiche with salad
Total time
55 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€1.90
Calories per person
540 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Summer, Spring
The kids
They generally like it

This quiche pairs soft, melting zucchini with the tangy bite of fresh goat cheese. The egg and cream filling stays soft, never dense, while the crust keeps its crunch thanks to zucchini that's well dried before baking. Fresh mint adds an unexpected lift that wakes up the whole dish without overpowering it.

It's the kind of dish that saves a busy weeknight with almost no effort, but it also holds its own on a Sunday table with guests. Kids tend to like it warm, cut into generous slices, with just the dressed green salad on the side. You can make it a bit ahead and reheat it gently if needed.

The ingredients

4 people

Dairy

  • Pie crust 1
  • Fresh goat cheese 150 g
  • Eggs 3
  • Heavy cream 20 cl
  • Milk 10 cl

Fruits and vegetables

  • Zucchini 3
  • Fresh mint 1 sprigs
  • Green salad 1

Pantry

  • Vinaigretteoften in the pantry 4 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Gluten, Lactose, Eggs

The step by step recipe

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Slice the zucchini thinly and salt them to draw out the water. 10 min

    Pat them dry with paper towels, it's the water that makes quiches soggy.

  2. Quickly sauté the zucchini to dry them out and give them some color. 5 min

    Don't overcook them, they'll finish cooking in the oven.

  3. Fill the pricked crust with the zucchini and crumbled goat cheese.

    Pre bake the crust empty for ten minutes so it stays crisp.

  4. Whisk the eggs with the cream, milk, salt, and pepper, pour over the filling, and bake. 35 min

    Pour the egg mixture in right before baking so the crust doesn't soften.

  5. Let it cool for ten minutes, sprinkle with mint, and serve with the dressed salad. 10 min

    The quiche slices more cleanly warm than piping hot.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick firm, small to medium zucchini, they hold less water and keep their shape better once cooked.
  • Crumble the goat cheese instead of slicing it, it spreads more evenly through the filling and melts more consistently.
  • If the crust still looks pale, slide the quiche onto the lowest oven rack for the last ten minutes to finish browning it.

The variations

  • Swap the fresh goat cheese for crumbled feta for a saltier, firmer bite.
  • Add diced ham to the filling for a heartier version that suits bigger appetites.
  • For a quicker version, use a pre rolled crust and raw grated zucchini, skip the sautéing, and mix it straight into the egg mixture.

What to serve it with

  • Well dressed green salad
  • A glass of cold lemon water
  • A handful of extra cherry tomatoes

Storage

The quiche keeps for 2 to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container. You can freeze it already baked and sliced, then reheat it in a low oven. Avoid the microwave, it softens the crust too much.

Questions about this dish

Can you make this quiche ahead of time?

Yes, you can bake it the day before and reheat it gently in the oven before serving. It stays crisp as long as you skip the microwave.

How do you keep the quiche from getting soggy?

Salt the zucchini first, then pat them dry before sautéing. Pre baking the crust empty also helps it stay crisp under the filling.

Can you substitute the fresh goat cheese?

Yes, feta or a soft cheese like ricotta works well if you want a milder flavor. It will be a little less tangy but just as creamy.

Is this quiche good for kids?

Yes, it's mild and easy to eat, especially served warm. If your kids don't like mint, you can simply leave it out without changing the rest of the recipe.

How long does it take to make a zucchini and goat cheese quiche with salad?

Count 55 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a zucchini and goat cheese quiche with salad?

About 540 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a zucchini and goat cheese quiche with salad cost?

About €1.90 per serving, or €7.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, lactose, eggs. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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