Spaghetti Squash Quiche with Balsamic Vegetables & Feta

Spaghetti Squash Quiche with Balsamic Vegetables & Feta

There is everything delicious about the balsamic veggies filling and nothing traditional about the crust of this spaghetti squash quiche. But I realize my entire life is far from “traditions” of the locals. Let me tell you how I see today’s North American everyday life through my Eastern European eyes. Briefly.

The idea of a spaghetti squash crust is similar to a cauliflower crust pizza – cooking vegetables first and then squeezing liquid out a bit.

Then you make a filling with eggs, cheese and vegetables you got on hand. This quiche is a perfect fridge clean out recipe. I had leftovers of zucchini and bell pepper from making pepper mushroom chicken last week and broccolini from another secret project recipe.

Needless to say this spaghetti squash quiche was delicious and would be so great for brunches, dinners and lunch. Eat it whenever, just don’t buy Costco’s quiche and be healthy!

Ingredients

Crust:

1 medium spaghetti squash, about 2.5 lbs*

1/2 tsp basil, dried

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp himalayan pink salt

Filling:

• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 large bell pepper, coarsely chopped
• 1 tbsp coconut or avocado oil
• 6 eggs, large
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp basil, dried
• 1/4 tsp himalayan pink salt
• 1/2 cup (2 oz) any hard cheese, shredded (I used cheddar)
• 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 cups vegetables, sliced**
• Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut squash in half, scoop out the seeds and place face side down on a baking sheet lined with unbleached parchment paper. Poke skin randomly with a fork and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool until safe to handle.
2. Using a fork, separate spaghetti squash into strands and add to a medium bowl. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and mix. Using your hands, squeeze out liquid a bit. Return to the bowl along with 1/2 tsp basil and 1/2 tsp garlic powder; mix to combine. Spray deep pie dish with cooking spray and transfer squash into it. Press evenly on the bottom and sides using your hands. Set aside.
3. Preheat ceramic non-stick skillet on medium heat and swirl oil to coat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
4. In the meanwhile, add eggs, balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp basil and 1/4 tsp salt into previously used bowl and whisk. Add hard cheese, feta cheese, previously sautéed and fresh vegetables; stir well to mix. Pour into prepared crust and flatten with spatula
5. Bake in 400 degrees F oven for 50 mins or until the knife inserted comes out clean. Let quiche cool down for at least 30 minutes. Cut into 8 slices and serve hot or cold. Storage Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 - 4 days. Do not freeze.

Nutrition facts

• Amount Per Serving : 1 slice:
• Calories: 194.5
• Total Fat: 11.2 g
• Cholesterol: 159.6 mg
• Sodium: 434.7 mg
• Total Carbs: 14.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.2 g
• Protein: 10.4 g