A simple and delicious way to get those Omega 3's and green veggies into your diet. This soft, cheesy Smoked Salmon and Spinach Quiche will really hit the spot at breakfast, brunch, or dinner!
Recipe: $9.90 | Per Serving: $1.24 | Servings: 8
I am a huge fan of quiche. It's a cheap and filling meal served in pie form- I mean, you can never go wrong with pie, right?
This quiche is a perfect choice for a special brunch or a cozy weekend breakfast. The contrasting textures and tastes create a harmony that's hard to resist.
Serve a slice of this quiche warm or at room temperature, and you'll savor the delicious combination of rich, smoky flavors of salmon with the vibrant freshness of spinach, all enveloped in a tender, flaky crust.
Whether you're hosting a brunch gathering or simply want to treat yourself to a special breakfast, this quiche is sure to impress with its savory and comforting flavors.
If you love quiche recipes, be sure to check out my Crustless Veggie Quiche and Easy Spinach Bacon Quiche.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- It's easy to make. The steps to make this recipe are very simple and basic, making it great for anyone to make, especially before the coffee finished brewing in the morning.
- Flavorful and indulgent. From the Swiss cheese to the smoked salmon and spinach, this recipe feels very fancy and rich. The flavors and experience are great and worth repeating over and over again.
- Great for a make-ahead meal. You can prepare the crust and the filling separately and then assemble and bake it in the morning for an easier breakfast routine. For another meal prep breakfast, consider our Overnight Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Butter- For added richness and to help saute the onions and garlic, you'll need some butter.
Swiss Cheese- I love using Swiss cheese in this quiche because it pairs so well with the other ingredients.
Smoked Salmon- Use some smoked salmon for added salty flavor and protein.
Fresh Spinach - Including fresh spinach will add a vibrant green color and a delightful taste to every slice of quiche. If you still have spinach left, try it in our Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Tomatoes!
9" Prepared Pie Crust- You can use a storebought crust or a homemade pie crust that you prepared yourself beforehand.
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
🔪 Instructions for Smoked Salmon and Spinach Quiche
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: Take your prepared pie crust and stab it with a fork several times along the bottom and the sides. Blind bake for 10 minutes and then remove from the oven. This will keep you from getting a soggy pie!
Step 3: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and cook the diced onions until caramelized. This should be about 2-3 minutes. Then stir in the garlic cook an additional 30 seconds and remove from heat.
Step 4: In a large glass bowl, whisk the eggs. Stir in the milk.
Step 5: Add the garlic and onion mixture and stir again.
Step 6: Stir in the salmon, Swiss cheese, and spinach.
If desired, add in a dash of salt and pepper.
Step 7: Pour the mixture into the prepared baked pie crust.
Step 8: Top with sliced green onions.
Step 9: Bake for 40-50 minutes until set. The top will look a little soft, but it will reach 160 degrees F on an instant read thermometer.
Step 10: Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
🍴 Recipe Tips
- Prevent messes. When making salmon and spinach pie, place a baking sheet under the pan to catch any spills and prevent oven cleaning later.
- Food temp safety warning. The quiche is done when slightly underdone on top but firmer around the edges, or when reaching 160°F on an instant-read thermometer.
- No smoked salmon? Substitute with drained canned salmon or 1 cup leftover cooked salmon. It works well either way!
💭 Recipe FAQs
This salmon and spinach quiche recipe is very savory and light/fluffy in texture. Paired with a buttery crust it's a pretty perfect food as-is. But serving it alongside some other light dishes such as a broth soup, biscuits, or steamed vegetables is also a great idea.
Absolutely! Just thaw and drain out as much water as possible, squeezing it out as best as you can before incorporating it.
Yes, you can use other flaky fish like trout or cod as a substitute for salmon, depending on your preference.
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📖 Recipe
Smoked Salmon and Spinach Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 9" deep crust pie crust ($1.27)
- 2 Tablespoons butter ($0.25)
- 1 small onion, diced ($0.91)
- 2 cloves minced garlic ($0.12)
- 6 large eggs ($0.90)
- 1 cup milk or half and half ($0.20)
- 2 ounces smoked salmon (or one cup chopped leftover salmon) ($3.74)
- 2 cups Swiss cheese ($2.00)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly torn/chopped ($0.42)
- 2 Tablespoons green onion, chopped ($0.09)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Stab the pie crust with a fork several times and blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes.
- In a skillet melt the butter and add in the onion. Saute for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until caramelized.
- Add the garlic to the onions and saute for another 30 seconds. remove from heat and let cool as you proceed.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs until beaten. Add in the milk and stir again.
- Add the garlic and onion mixture and stir again.
- Chopped salmon, Swiss cheese, and spinach. Stir again.
- Add salt and pepper if desired.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust.
- Top with the green onions.
- Bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes until set. It should register a minimum of 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer if you aren't sure.
- Let cool 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy.
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