Crustless Spinach and Ricotta Quiche

This crustless spinach and ricotta quiche is light, creamy, and packed with protein. Made without a crust, it’s naturally lower in carbs while delivering rich flavour from ricotta, spinach, and Parmesan. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or meal prep.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

10 oz (280g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and completely squeezed dry (or 2–3 cups fresh baby spinach, sautéed and wilted)
1 cup ricotta cheese
5 large eggs, beaten
1/3 cup milk or heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or baking dish.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the spinach and cook for 2 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta, milk, Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Fold the spinach mixture into the egg mixture until evenly combined.
Pour into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the centre is set and the top is lightly golden.
Cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Squeeze as much moisture as possible from the spinach to prevent a watery quiche.
Fresh spinach gives a brighter flavour, while frozen is convenient and budget-friendly.

Tips

Add mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or cooked bacon for extra flavour.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Enjoy warm or cold for easy meal prep.

Servings

Makes: 6 servings

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 215
Protein: 16g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g

Health Benefits

High in protein to help keep you full.
Spinach is rich in iron, vitamin K, folate, and antioxidants.
Ricotta and Parmesan provide calcium for healthy bones.
Crustless design makes it lower in carbohydrates than traditional quiche.

Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! Bake it a day ahead and refrigerate. Reheat before serving.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Absolutely. Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 2 months.

Q: Can I use cottage cheese instead of ricotta?
A: Yes. Blend cottage cheese for a smoother texture if desired.

Q: Is this gluten-free?
A: Yes, as written, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.