Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

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Mediterranean spinach cheese feta quiche with fresh ingredients and a golden crust
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Why make this recipe

This Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche is simple and tasty. It uses fresh spinach and salty feta for a bright flavor. You can make it for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. It is easy to change with what you have at home. The quiche feeds a few people and reheats well.

Introduction

This quiche mixes eggs, cream, spinach, and two kinds of cheese for a creamy filling with a crisp crust. It cooks in one pie crust and works well warm or at room temperature. If you like quick egg dishes for a busy morning, try easy egg bites with cottage cheese for another simple option.

How to make Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

Preheat the oven and prepare the crust. Sauté onion and garlic, then add the spinach until it wilts. Whisk eggs with cream, salt, and pepper. Mix the cooked spinach and crumbled feta into the egg mix. Pour into the pie crust and top with shredded cheese. Bake until the center sets and the top turns golden. Let it cool a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Ingredients :

  • 1 pie crust
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or cheddar)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions :

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the cooked spinach mixture and crumbled feta to the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
  6. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden on top.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

How to serve Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

Cut the quiche into wedges. Serve warm or room temperature with a simple salad or roasted tomatoes. For a nice combo, serve with a soft flatbread like cottage cheese flatbread and fresh herbs.

How to store Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

Let the quiche cool to room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10–15 minutes or warm in the microwave for 1–2 minutes.

Tips to make Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor. If using frozen, thaw and squeeze out extra water.
  • Don’t overbeat the eggs. Mix just until combined.
  • Blind-bake the crust for 8–10 minutes if you want a crisper bottom.
  • Check the center with a knife; it should come out mostly clean when done.
  • Let the quiche rest a few minutes before slicing so it sets well.

Variation

  • Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for sweetness.
  • Use goat cheese instead of feta for a milder creaminess.
  • Add cooked bacon or diced ham for a meat version.
  • Swap milk for half-and-half for a lighter custard.

FAQs

Q: Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
A: Yes. Use milk for a lighter filling. The quiche will still set fine.

Q: Can I make this ahead and freeze it?
A: Yes. Freeze a fully cooled quiche wrapped well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Q: How do I know the quiche is done?
A: The top should be golden and the center should not be jiggly. A knife in the center should come out mostly clean.

Q: Can I use pre-shredded cheese?
A: Yes. Pre-shredded cheese works fine, but freshly shredded melts a bit better.

Q: Is this good for lunch or picnic?
A: Yes. It tastes good warm or at room temperature, so it is great for meals on the go.

Conclusion

For a similar Mediterranean-style spin on quiche, see this Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Quiche recipe for more ideas. If you want another spinach and feta version, try the Spinach Quiche Recipe With Feta Cheese for a different take.

Mediterranean spinach cheese feta quiche with fresh ingredients and a golden crust

Mediterranean Spinach Cheese Feta Quiche

A creamy Mediterranean quiche with fresh spinach, feta, and two kinds of cheese, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the quiche

  • 1 pie crust 1 pie crust Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 cup 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Salty and tangy
  • 1 cup 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or cheddar) For topping
  • 4 large 4 large eggs Main binding ingredient
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream or milk Use milk for a lighter filling
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup onion, chopped Add sweetness
  • 1 clove 1 clove garlic, minced Enhances flavor

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  • Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the cooked spinach mixture and crumbled feta to the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Pour the filling into the pie crust.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.

Baking

  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden on top.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Let the quiche cool to room temperature before storing. Cover with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Keyword Cheese, Easy Recipe, feta, quiche, Spinach