This broccoli crustless quiche is easy to throw together,
full of flavor, and just as good the next day.
Sometimes you just need something easy in the fridge that’s healthy but still feels comforting. That’s where this broccoli crustless quiche comes in. It’s packed with cheese, has plenty of broccoli, and skips the crust so it’s lighter but still filling. You can eat it warm out of the oven, or just reheat a slice the next day and it’s just as good.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients – Just broccoli, eggs, and a few cheeses you probably already have.
- Healthy and filling – High in protein, low in flour, and full of veggies.
- Make-ahead friendly – Keep it in the fridge and reheat slices for quick meals all week.
- Versatile – Works with broccoli, cauliflower, or even a mix. You can also add herbs or extra veggies.
- Crowd-pleaser – Cheesy, golden, and flavorful without being heavy.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
This broccoli crustless quiche keeps things really simple. You’ll need:
- Broccoli – fresh or frozen both work. Steam it until fork-tender before baking.
- Cheeses – cottage cheese and feta for creaminess and saltiness, plus your favorite melty cheese on top. Cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, or even a mix all work.
- Eggs & flour – eggs hold everything together and give a fluffy texture, while a little flour and baking powder give it just enough structure.
- Olive oil – a drizzle before baking helps the top get golden and bubbly.
Variations:
- Swap the broccoli for cauliflower or do a mix.
- Add sautéed onion, zucchini, or even corn for extra flavor.
- Mix in herbs like oregano, parsley, or chives.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking for a little crunch.
How to Make Broccoli Crustless Quiche
- Start by steaming the broccoli until it’s fork-tender — you don’t want it mushy, just cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, feta, eggs, flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Arrange the broccoli in your baking dish (round or rectangular both work) and pour the mixture over the top.
- Finish with a generous layer of grated cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Bake at 180°C for about 35 minutes or until golden and bubbly on top.
Note: Depending on your dish, it will either be a little taller and more creamy, or thinner with extra crispy edges — both are delicious.
Recipe Tips
- Frozen broccoli works just as well — just make sure it’s drained so the quiche doesn’t get watery.
- The baking dish changes the texture: in smaller pans you’ll get a thicker, moist slice, and in larger pans you’ll get more surface area with a crispy top.
- For a healthier crustless quiche, try whole wheat flour or go lighter on the cheese topping.
Serving Suggestions
This broccoli crustless quiche works for almost anything — breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pair it with a fresh salad for a light meal, or add some crusty bread on the side to make it more filling. It’s also great as part of a weekend brunch spread.
Storage & Reheating
Keep any leftover broccoli crustless quiche covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. It reheats really well — just warm a slice in the microwave for about a minute, or pop it in a toaster oven so the top gets crispy again.
More Brunch & Lunch Ideas
If you loved this broccoli crustless quiche, here are a few more recipes to add to your table:
Savory favorites
- Chickpea Breakfast Bowl – hearty, fresh, and full of flavor.
- Filo Pie – pull-apart pastry with cheese and herbs.
Something sweet
- Cheese Fritters Recipe – soft, melt-in-your-mouth, and nostalgic.
- Easy Blueberry Bread Pudding – baked with a creamy vanilla sauce.
Broccoli Crustless Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 large head broccoli (about 400 g), cut into florets
- 3 large eggs
- 250-300 g cottage cheese
- 150 g creamy feta cheese
- 3 tbsp flour (55g)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp grated cheese (optional, inside the mixture – cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, or goat cheese)
- 100 g grated cheese for topping (mozzarella, cheddar, gouda, parmesan, or a mix)
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt, to taste (Depending on the cheese you use)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly oil or line a baking dish (about 24 cm round or 20×30 cm rectangular).
- Steam the broccoli until fork-tender, then arrange it in the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, feta, flour, baking powder, and optional grated cheese.
- Pour the mixture over the broccoli. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until golden, set, and bubbling on top.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or reheat leftovers during the week.
This broccoli crustless quiche is one of those recipes that’s good to have on repeat — simple to make, easy to reheat, and always satisfying. Whether you slice it up for breakfast, pack it for lunch, or keep it ready for a quick dinner, it’s the kind of dish that makes eating well feel effortless.
