Deliciously Easy Shrimp and Asparagus Quiche: A Light and Flavorful Brunch Delight
A light and flavorful quiche featuring shrimp,asparagus, and cheese, perfect for brunch or a quick weeknight dinner. Thisdish combines a creamy egg mixture with fresh, savory ingredients in a butterycrust.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
- 4 egg whites
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bunch of asparagus trimmed and chopped into 1-inch segments
- 1/2 white onion chopped
- 2 tsp olive oil for cooking shrimp
- 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 9-inch unbaked deep-dish pie crust (such as Marie Callender's®)
- 1 8 oz package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 green onions chopped
Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg whites, whole eggs, and cottage cheese until smooth. Set aside.
Sauté the Asparagus and Onion: In a skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus and white onion, sautéing until they are slightly tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Shrimp: In the same skillet, pour in 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Add the shrimp, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are just pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Quiche: Position the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Layer the cooked asparagus, onions, and shrimp evenly in the crust. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
Add Egg Mixture: Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture over the filling. Gently shake the dish to distribute the egg mixture evenly around the ingredients.
Bake the Quiche: Put the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is firm and the top turns golden brown. Let the quiche cool for a few moments before slicing.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh touch and serve warm.
Keyword Shrimp asparagus quiche