5 from 28 votes
Crustless Ham and Zucchini Quiche
This crustless quiche blends diced ham, grated zucchini, and shredded cheddar cheese with a simple egg and milk batter thickened by flour and baking powder. It's baked until golden and set, offering a moist and tender texture without the heaviness of a crust. The saltiness of the ham and sharpness of the cheddar complement the mild zucchini, making it a balanced savory dish ideal for brunch or a light dinner.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Resting time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings:
8
servings
Calories:
274 kcal
Course:
Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine:
French
Ingredients
- 4 egg
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup flour white or whole wheat will work
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup ham diced
- 2 cups zucchini grated (from about 2 medium zucchini)
- 8 oz. cheddar cheese grated
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a quiche, pie, or casserole dish.
- Add a pinch of salt to the grated zucchini and let sit for a few minutes. Then, squeeze as much water out of it as possible by wringing it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 4 eggs, milk (2 cups), flour (3/4 cup), and baking powder (1 teaspoon) until well combined.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients, including a little bit of salt and pepper (but not too much, since the ham and cheese are already salty).
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish and use a spatula or wooden spoon to distribute the batter evenly in the pan.
- Place the quiche on top of a foil-lined baking sheet, in case it spills over (it will be very full) and to make it easier to remove from the oven.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and quiche is fully cooked through (if you shake it a little, it shouldn't jiggle).
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting into it. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
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Notes
- Thoroughly drain grated zucchini to remove excess water before mixing.
- You can substitute the flour and baking powder with 3/4 cup Bisquick or similar baking mix.
- Adjust salt carefully, considering the saltiness of the ham and cheese.
- Nutrition information may vary depending on ingredients and seasonings; calculate as needed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
274kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Cholesterol
129mg
(43%)
Sodium
449mg
(19%)
Potassium
333mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
564IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
314mg
(31%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 129mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 449mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 333mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 564IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 314mg | 31% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.