QUICK SUMMARY
This healthy quiche recipe is a gluten-free, dairy-free, family-friendly meal that works beautifully for breakfast, brunch, dinner, holidays, and monthly meal prep.
Made with a flaky gluten-free crust, eggs, dairy-free cheese, nitrate-free turkey bacon, unsweetened almond or coconut milk, and organic herbs, this quiche is nourishing, filling, and easy to customize.
For busy families, make four quiches at a time and freeze them for simple Monday meals all month long.
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Why Make a Healthy Quiche Recipe?
Need an easy dinner? Try my healthy quiche recipe!
Although quiche is traditionally served at breakfast or brunch, we enjoy it for dinner often, especially for holiday gatherings like Easter celebrations.
When I make this recipe, I find it helpful to make four at a time. As a busy mom, dinner prep can be stressful sometimes, so knowing I have a month’s worth of Monday meals in the freezer gives me peace of mind.
Storage freezers are one of God’s greatest gifts!
Meal prep may take a little while to get the hang of, but show yourself some grace. Schedule a block of time on the first Monday of every month to make your quiches.
You’ll be thankful you did.
| Recipe type | Healthy quiche, egg bake, freezer meal |
| Dietary notes | Gluten-free and dairy-free |
| Best for | Breakfast, brunch, dinner, Easter, holidays, and meal prep |
| Main protein | Eggs and nitrate-free turkey bacon |
| Make-ahead tip | Make four quiches at once and freeze extras |
| Variation options | Italian, traditional, Mexican, quick spinach, fall spice, and crustless |
Healthy Quiche Ingredients
This quiche features a flaky crust and is stuffed with the freshest ingredients.
The best part? It is totally free of dairy and gluten.
Here’s what you need to add to your shopping cart.
Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
A high-quality gluten-free flour blend makes all the difference.
As consumers learn more about their bodies, these products have become easier to find in stores. I recommend using a cup-for-cup blend because you do not have to add anything extra.
Some brands require an additional ingredient you may not be comfortable with, so be sure to check your label.
Organic Coconut Flour
I love adding coconut flour to my recipes because it gives them a full-bodied texture.
Coconut flour is a great gluten-free option to keep on hand because it is cost-effective. It tends to soak up liquid, so a little goes a long way.
If you are allergic to coconut, swap it with additional all-purpose gluten-free flour.
Pink Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt
Traditional table salt undergoes a rigorous harvesting process that strips it of most naturally occurring trace minerals.
We recommend using Colima sea salt because it is hand-harvested, leaving the good stuff intact.
Pink Himalayan salt is another good option.
Grass-Fed Organic Sea-Salted Butter or Coconut Oil
Healthy fats create a deliciously light crust.
In years past, diet culture shunned butter, but studies suggest margarine and trans-fat-containing spreads are the real concern. (1) In moderation, quality butter can fit beautifully into a healthy lifestyle.
If you want to keep this recipe 100% dairy-free, use extra-virgin unrefined coconut oil instead. Just know you will want to add additional sea salt or Himalayan salt since the recipe calls for sea-salted butter.
I have tried both options and gotten great results every time.
Organic Nitrate-Free Turkey Bacon
We avoid pork and stick with healthier alternatives like turkey bacon.
This substitution tastes fantastic and gives a traditional bacon flavor with no unnecessary additives. Purchase turkey bacon that is free of nitrates and organic if possible. Nitrates and nitrites can form carcinogenic compounds when heated or processed under certain conditions. (2)
Dairy-Free Vegan Cheese
To keep this recipe dairy-free, we use plant-based cheese.
We love this product because it adds so much flavor to dishes and melts like a traditional dairy product.
Our favorite brands include Daiya, Kite Hill, Follow Your Heart, Forager, Miyokos, So Delicious, and Violife.
Organic Unsweetened Almond or Coconut Milk Beverage
A milk alternative is a dairy-free must.
Almond or coconut milk is rich and creamy and blends beautifully in this quiche.
When purchasing this ingredient, be sure to grab an unsweetened variety because “regular” versions often contain hidden sugars.
Organic Herbs
A delicious blend of herbs takes a regular quiche to a whole new level.
I love adding thyme, basil, oregano, and marjoram.
You can also use a blend of herbs such as herbes de Provence. This is my favorite seasoning mix and what I use in place of Italian seasoning because it includes sage, which is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers.
How to Make My Healthy Quiche Recipe
This delicious recipe is also a brunch hit.
It looks gourmet and sets the stage for a fun, classy meal. It is also extremely easy to make, which is always a plus.
Mama Z's Healthy Quiche
Servings
Ingredients
Crust
- ¾ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour*
- ¼ cup organic coconut flour
- ¼ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt OR sea salt, ground
- 6 tablespoons grass-fed organic sea-salted butter OR coconut oil, extra-virgin AND unrefined PLUS ⅓ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt OR sea salt, ground
- 3 tablespoons cold purified OR distilled water
Filling
- ½ cup organic nitrate-free turkey bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled**
- 4 ounces dairy-free Cheddar-style shredded cheese alternative OR mozzarella-style shreds***
- 2 tablespoons organic dried minced onions OR ⅓ cup organic leeks, finely diced
- 4 pasture-raised organic eggs
- 2 cups organic unsweetened almond OR coconut milk beverage
- ¼ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt OR sea salt, ground
- ¼ teaspoon organic white pepper, ground
- ⅛ teaspoon organic ground cayenne pepper
- Additional organic fresh OR dried herbs to enhance your meal (herbes de Provence, basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, or any herbs/herb blends of your choice)****
Supplies
Instructions
For the crust
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a stand mixer, mix both flours and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Cut in the butter using regular paddles until the pieces are reduced to pea-size. Sprinkle the mixture with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until all flour is moistened and the pastry almost cleans the side of the bowl (1-2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary).
- Immediately press the pastry into a pie dish with a fork and smooth it with your fingers.
For the filling
- Sprinkle turkey bacon, dried onions/leeks, cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper in the pie crust. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and milk until well blended. Pour into a quiche dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes on the middle rack of your oven, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F. Bake for 45-50 more minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Step One: Prepare the Pastry
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a stand mixer, mix both flours and salt until well combined. Then cut in the butter until the pieces are reduced to pea-size.
Sprinkle the pastry mixture with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until all the flour is moistened.
The pastry should almost clean the side of the bowl at this point. If not, add 1-2 more teaspoons of cold water.
Step Two: Press the Crust
Immediately press the pastry into a pie dish with a fork and smooth it with your fingers.
Step Three: Add Quiche Filling
Sprinkle turkey bacon, leeks or dried onion, dairy-free cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper in the pie crust.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and milk until well blended.
Pour into the quiche dish.
Step Four: Bake the Quiche
Bake the quiche for 20 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F.
Bake for 45 to 50 more minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Egg Bake Variations
Variety is the spice of life!
Mix and match quiche ingredients until you find what works best for your family. I like to take notes while cooking so I do not forget what everyone loved.
In the meantime, you can try one of our variations. There is a quiche for everyone.
All of these variations follow our base recipe. Just swap a few herbs and veggies, and you have a new flavor palette.
Italian Quiche
Add fresh organic diced tomatoes to the base recipe.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon organic dried basil, 1 teaspoon organic dried oregano, 2 teaspoons organic dried parsley, and ½ teaspoon organic dried thyme over the top.
Traditional Quiche
This one is easy.
Keep it simple and eliminate the peppers. Your filling will consist of just dairy-free vegan cheese and nitrate-free turkey bacon, a classic combination that is always a hit.
Picky eaters will adore this variation.
Mexican Quiche
Add 1 teaspoon organic chili powder, 1 teaspoon organic paprika, and ⅛ teaspoon organic cayenne pepper to the egg base.
If your family likes spicy food, you can also add chopped organic jalapeño peppers.
Top with organic salsa if you want.
Yum!
Quick and Easy Quiche
Spread 1 cup of fresh organic spinach over the bottom of the crust and sprinkle 2 teaspoons of organic herbes de Provence over the top.
This is an excellent quiche to make when you are short on time.
Fall Quiche
Omit the veggies and sprinkle 1 teaspoon organic pumpkin pie spice powder and ⅛ teaspoon organic cayenne pepper over the top.
This is a warmly spiced quiche that tastes delicious on crisp fall mornings.
Crustless Quiche
Any of these variations can be made crustless, which is ideal for a lighter breakfast or a lower-carb option.
Just grease your pie dish well, add the filling, and bake until the center is set.
Healthy Quiche FAQs
Is this healthy quiche gluten-free?
Yes, this healthy quiche recipe uses gluten-free all-purpose flour and coconut flour for the crust, making it a great option for families avoiding gluten.
Is this quiche dairy-free?
Yes, this recipe can be dairy-free when you use coconut oil in the crust, dairy-free vegan cheese, and unsweetened almond or coconut milk beverage.
Can I make this quiche ahead of time?
Yes. This quiche is perfect for meal prep. Make one for now and freeze extras for future meals.
Can I freeze quiche?
Yes, quiche freezes well. Let it cool completely, wrap it tightly, and store it in the freezer. Reheat in the oven until warmed through.
How many quiches should I make for meal prep?
I like making four quiches at a time so I have a month’s worth of Monday meals ready in the freezer.
Can I make this quiche crustless?
Yes. Any variation can be made crustless. Grease the dish well, add the filling, and bake until the center is fully set.
What milk works best in dairy-free quiche?
Unsweetened almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk beverage works best. Avoid sweetened versions because they can change the flavor.
What dairy-free cheese brands work well?
Great dairy-free cheese brands include Daiya, Kite Hill, Follow Your Heart, Forager, Miyokos, So Delicious, and Violife.
Can I use regular butter?
Yes, if you are not strictly dairy-free, grass-fed organic sea-salted butter works beautifully in the crust.
Can I use coconut oil instead of butter?
Yes, extra-virgin unrefined coconut oil works well. Add a little extra sea salt or Himalayan salt because the original recipe uses sea-salted butter.
Why use nitrate-free turkey bacon?
We avoid pork and choose nitrate-free turkey bacon as a cleaner option. Nitrate-free turkey bacon provides a familiar bacon flavor without unnecessary additives.
Can I make this quiche vegetarian?
Yes. Omit the turkey bacon and add extra vegetables such as spinach, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onions, or zucchini.
What vegetables work well in quiche?
Spinach, leeks, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, jalapeños, zucchini, and herbs all work well in healthy quiche.
How do I know when quiche is done?
The quiche is done when the center is set and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Can I serve quiche for dinner?
Absolutely. Quiche is wonderful for dinner, especially when paired with a salad, roasted vegetables, soup, or fruit.
Is quiche good for Easter brunch?
Yes, quiche is perfect for Easter brunch because it feels special, feeds a crowd, and can be made ahead of time.
Can I use different herbs?
Yes. Thyme, basil, oregano, marjoram, parsley, herbes de Provence, chili powder, paprika, pumpkin pie spice, and cayenne can all be used depending on the variation.
How do I reheat frozen quiche?
Reheat frozen quiche in the oven until warmed through. Cover loosely with foil if the crust starts to brown too quickly.
Can kids eat this healthy quiche?
Yes, this is a family-friendly recipe. Picky eaters may enjoy the traditional version with dairy-free cheese and nitrate-free turkey bacon.
What should I serve with quiche?
Serve quiche with a fresh salad, fruit, roasted vegetables, soup, or a simple green smoothie for a balanced meal.
Final Thoughts on Healthy Quiche
Healthy quiche is one of those recipes that makes natural living feel doable.
It is nourishing, flexible, freezer-friendly, and special enough for holidays while still being practical for busy weeknights.
Make one for today, freeze a few for later, and enjoy the peace of knowing a healthy meal is ready when life gets busy.
