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This Broccoli Leek and Mozzarella Quiche is a great breakfast or light dinner, and it’s really easy to make because it doesn’t have a crust.
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Quiche is just Crustless egg casserole
And, to be honest, I think the crust just gets in the way of the flavor to begin with.
If your husband or boyfriend says something about real men not eating quiche, just call it egg casserole or frittata.
Remade recipe
The original recipe had ham rather than broccoli. But, since I don’t eat ham, and I wanted a little more veggies in my day, I substituted in the broccoli.
I have a great love of broccoli, and lots of recipes that use the green veggie. Take a look at my broccoli recipes.
Also, after I started making the quiche, I remembered that I had leeks in the ‘fridge. So, I exchanged the onions for leeks.
Feel free to play around with the quiche and add what your family likes.
Photo above: The ingredients for Broccoli, leek and mozzarella quiche
Homemade bread crumbs
I make my own bread crumbs out of the heels of loaves of bread, either homemade or store-bought.
When all that’s left in the bag is the heels, or if I think we are done eating the loaf, I’ll throw the bag in the freezer.
Then, when the bags start to get unruly in there, I’ll toast up the bread and pulse it in the food processor.
Good quality, mixed bread crumbs. And, it saves me from having to throw away those bread heels.
After I started prepping the quiche, I remembered that I had some leeks
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Great breakfast
This quiche makes a great breakfast or light lunch. Serve it with a salad or some fresh sliced tomatoes. It’s a great way to start the day!
Broccoli Leek and Mozzarella Quiche Recipe
Broccoli Leek and Mozzarella Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons bread crumbs
- 1 cup broccoli florets chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup leeks white and light green parts, chopped
- 8 ounces mozzarella shredded
- 4 large whole eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in middle. Butter 10-inch glass pie plate, then sprinkle with bread crumbs.1 1/2 tablespoons bread crumbs
- Lightly steam broccoli in the microwave or in a small amount of water on the stove-top. Drain out the water.1 cup broccoli florets
- Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat, and melt butter. Cook leeks until softened and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Spread in dish, top with steamed broccoli. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 cup leeks, 8 ounces mozzarella
- Whisk together eggs, milk, and pepper, and pour over cheese. Bake until top is golden and custard is set in center, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut into wedges to serve. Enjoy!4 large whole eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Can be served hot, at room temperature, or cold from the fridge.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
mealplanmaven
I love crustless quiches and yours looks incredible! So much veggie and cheesy goodness! This would make a wonderful brunch entree for Mother’s Day!
Cassandra
I had most of the ingredients, but improvised a little. I used broccoli & cauliflower and part mozzarella & cheddar & used 1/2 & 1/2 & milk. All things that were parts of recipes & leftover. I did add a bit of dry mustard, garlic powder & parsley to the egg mixture too. It was great!! I love being able to use things that may otherwise be wasted. Thank you for this recipe!!
Alice M.
When do you add the broccoli? After the leeks?
Debi
Alice, thank you for catching that for me and letting me know. I updated the recipe card. Add the steamed broccoli to the pan with the leeks and top with the cheese.