Ingredients
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For the Crust:
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1 1/2 cups almond flour (or other gluten-free flour)
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1/4 cup nutritional yeast
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1/4 cup cold water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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For the Filling:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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8 oz (about 2 cups) mushrooms, sliced
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2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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1 cup firm tofu, crumbled
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1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
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1/4 cup nutritional yeast
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric
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1 Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
This recipe captures the essence of French cuisine with its creamy filling and savory flavors. It’s a delightful plant-based alternative to a classic French quiche.
Serve this vegan quiche with a side salad for a complete French-inspired breakfast or brunch. It’s a delicious and protein-packed dish that will impress your guests.
Steps
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
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In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, nutritional yeast, cold water, olive oil, and salt to make the quiche crust. Mix until it forms a dough-like consistency. |
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Press the dough into a greased 9-inch pie dish, spreading it evenly along the bottom and up the sides. Use a fork to poke holes in the crust to prevent it from puffing up while baking. |
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove it and set it aside. |
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. |
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Add the sliced mushrooms and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown. |
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Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat. |
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In a blender, combine the crumbled tofu, almond milk, nutritional yeast, dried thyme, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. |
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Spread the mushroom and spinach mixture evenly over the prebaked quiche crust. |
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Pour the tofu mixture over the vegetables in the pie dish, covering them completely. |
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Bake the quiche in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until it's set and the top is lightly golden. |
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Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. |
