Fresh Tomato Quiche with Whole Wheat Crust
Submitted by happyzhangbo
Silky egg custard cradles roasted tomatoes, sweet corn, and chewy sundried tomatoes in a nutty whole wheat crust. This savory tart balances rich cheddar with bright basil and the concentrated sweetness of oven-roasted summer tomatoes.
YIELD
8 servingsPREP
20 minCOOK
70 minREADY
125 minThis fresh tomato quiche brings together the best of summer vegetables in a hearty whole wheat crust. Cherry tomatoes get roasted until their sugars caramelize, then nestle into a creamy egg-and-milk custard with sweet corn kernels and sundried tomatoes.
The whole wheat crust adds a wholesome, nutty foundation that stands up to the moist filling.
Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner with a green salad.
Chef Tips
- Roast the cherry tomatoes until they start to burst and caramelize for maximum flavor
- Pre-bake the whole wheat crust for 5-7 minutes to prevent sogginess
- Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing so the custard firms up
- Substitute gruyere or fontina for cheddar if you prefer a milder cheese flavor
Ingredients
Directions
For the crust:
Mix well white flour, whole-wheat flour, ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl.
Make a well in the center, add oil and water and gradually stir them in to form a soft dough.
Wrap the dough in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Line the dough with a piece of parchment paper that is large enough to lift out the dough easily, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle.
Lift the parchment papper to transfer into a 9-inch deep dish pie pan, and press into the bottom and up the sides.
Trim any overhanging crust, using a fork to poke some holes at the bottom.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Let cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 hour.
For the filling:
Whisk eggs and milk in a medium bowl.
Sprinkle half the cheese over the crust, then layer half the tomatoes evenly over the cheese.
Sprinkle with corn, thyme, ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper and the remaining ¼ cup cheese.
Layer the remaining tomatoes on top and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt.
Pour the egg mixture over the top.
Use the foil papper to cover the edge of the pie to prevent the crust from going too brown or burning.
Bake the pie until a knife or wood stick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50 minutes.
Let cool for 30 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
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