Goat Cheese Quiche

Goat Cheese Quiche is a savory tart featuring a creamy, tangy filling made from fresh vegetables, goat cheese, eggs, and half and half. Baked in a buttery, flaky crust, this quiche offers a rich, flavorful dish perfect for brunch or light dinner.

A pie plate of sliced quiche.

Vegetable Quiche

We are big quiche people now, especially since this is the third quiche recipe on the site. So while it sounds fancy, it’s not – I promise!

You might be asking, “what is a quiche”? A quiche is a custard pie, that combines a flaky pie crust with a cream, egg, and cheese mixture, plus optional ingredients like veggies, ham, bacon, and others. You can serve quiche warm or cold and reheat the entire quiche in the oven.

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If you’re interested in other versions, try our Ham and Gruyere Quiche or Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche next!

Why This Recipe Works:

  • QUICK TO PREP – This recipe requires you to sauté some veggies and then it’s just combining all of the ingredients in a pie plate. Super easy and quick to prepare!
  • MEATLESS RECIPE – We love a simple meatless meal and this one doesn’t disappoint. You won’t even miss the meat!
  • FULL OF FLAVOR – The creamy goat cheese, veggie mixture, sun-dried tomatoes, and egg custard add delicious flavor. You’re going to love it!
  • IMPRESSIVE FOR GUESTS – This simple recipe makes a great holiday breakfast.
Closeup on a slice of goat cheese quiche.

What You’ll Need:

You can find these simple ingredients in your local grocery store.

  • Pie Crust – I used store-bought but any homemade crust would be great too.
  • Large Eggs – We used six large eggs for this quiche.
  • Half and Half (or use heavy cream)
  • Veggies – A mixture of onions, garlic, and baby spinach.
  • Sun-Dried Tomatoes – We use the Dellalo brand.
  • Goat Cheese – The star of the show! You can use a log of goat cheese and crumble it yourself or use the packaged crumbled cheese.
  • Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Labeled ingredients for goat cheese quiche.

How to make Goat Cheese Quiche:

Step 1
Prep. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a pie dish with baking spray.

Step 2
Prep the crust. Press a cold pie crust (either store-bought or homemade) into a prepared pie dish. Slightly crimp the edges, and trim off excess dough (if needed).

A pie plate with a refrigerated pie crust pressed inside.

Step 3
Sauté veggies. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and then the diced onions. Sauté until onions are softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Then add the baby spinach and stir until wilted.

Step 4
Prep the eggs. Whip the eggs and half and half together until very well combined.

Step 5
Assemble. Add the veggies and diced sun-dried tomatoes on top of the pie crust. Then add the egg mixture and crumbled goat cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6
Bake. Place the quiche in oven and bake until inside is completely set, approximately 48-50 minutes. Remove from oven and let it sit for about 5-6 minutes.

A goat cheese quiche with baby spinach.

Step 7
Serve quiche. Serve the quiche with a variety of sides.

Store leftover quiche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through or in the microwave.

What to serve with Goat Cheese Quiche:

Recipe FAQs:

How can I tell when the quiche is done?

The quiche is done when the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.

Can I prepare and bake the quiche in advance?

Yes, you can prepare and bake the quiche in advance. Store it in the refrigerator and reheat slices in the oven or microwave before serving.

Can I freeze goat cheese quiche?

Yes, quiche can be frozen. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating in the oven.

Other Egg Recipes:

We have lots of other choices for you to make if you love egg dishes like we do! Here are some of our favorites!

Overhead view of two slices of quiche.

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xoxo ~Sue

Overhead view of a sliced goat cheese quiche with spinach.

Goat Cheese Quiche

Goat Cheese Quiche is a savory tart featuring a creamy, tangy filling made from fresh vegetables, goat cheese, eggs, and half and half. Baked in a buttery, flaky crust, this quiche offers a rich, flavorful dish perfect for brunch or light dinner.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 48 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 395kcal
Author: Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

  • 1 refrigerated pie crust – or homemade pie crust
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup half and half – or heavy cream
  • 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion – diced
  • 2 cloves garlic – minced
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 3 oz. sun-dried tomatoes – drained and chopped
  • 6 oz. goat cheese
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste

Instructions

  • Prep. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a pie dish with baking spray.
  • Prep the crust. Press a cold pie crust (either store bought or homemade) into a prepared pie dish. Slightly crimp the edges, and trim off excess dough.
  • Saute veggies. Heat a medium skillet to medium heat. Add olive oil and then the onions. Saute until softened, approximately 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Then add the spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Prep the eggs. Whip the eggs and half and half together until very well combined.
  • Assemble. Add the sauteed veggies and sun-dried tomatoes to the unbaked crust. Then add the egg mixture and goat cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake quiche. Place the quiche in oven and bake until the inside is completely set, approximately 48-50 minutes. Remove from oven and let it sit for about 5-6 minutes.
  • Serve quiche. Serve quiche with a variety of sides.

Notes

  • The quiche is done when the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
  • Store leftover quiche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through or in the microwave.
  • You can prepare and bake the quiche in advance. Store it in the refrigerator and reheat slices in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 213mg | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 723mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1768IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 4mg
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