This year, Spring has a different flavor. In terms of how we're living it, and how we're spending time. Ordinary Spring would call for long walks in the nature, between tweeting birds and blooming cherry trees. Instead, all of a sudden, everything changed and we're trapped inside.
You know what didn't change though? Food.
And, to me, one of the most Springy foods out there is asparagus.
So, friend, today I'm sharing an easy asparagus quiche recipe, enriched with smoked salmon, perfect for lunch!
When I say EASY asparagus quiche recipe, I really mean it. Why?
First reason-not-reason: basically, my whole blog is based on easy, doable, "foolproof" recipes. And this is no exception.
Second: this asparagus quiche recipe is long (takes 1 hour and 20 minutes), but it's not complicated.
In fact, you only have to:
- Blind bake the crust
- Make the filling (takes 2 minutes - 10 if you also want to cook asparagus)
- Bake quiche
Yep. That's all.
The first time I tested it, it took me a bit more just because I made my own shortcrust pastry from scratch (I followed this recipe).
The second time instead I wanted to test a store-bought crust version. Both were good, but the homemade version is always better (it was also cuter than this one;))
Also, I've tested this recipe with both cooked and raw asparagus.
First time I've used fresh asparagus: I cleaned them, chopped them and then put into the filling without pre-cooking.
Next time, I've used frozen asparagus that I cooked before using them into my filling.
The amount can vary from 200-250-300 grams, doesn't make a huge difference.
To sum up: if you want to "complicate" things, then make your crust from scratch and cook the veggie before making the filling. Both will take a bit more time.
In addition, I have to say this asparagus quiche recipe could easily be vegetarian.
I've tested the filling once using prosciutto crudo di Parma (dry cured ham, not sure about the translation), and once using smoked salmon. We loved both!
However, if you don't want fish or meat, just omit them but remember to add salt into the creamy filling.
Can you make a quiche ahead of time?
Yes and no.
What I mean is: you can pre-bake your crust (also 2 days before serving quiche), but I don't recommend baking the whole dish in advance.
Despite this, if you bake it for lunch and then you have leftovers, it's ok to store them into an airtight container, in the fridge, for a couple of days.
How to store and reheat quiche
As I just mentioned, you can store this asparagus quiche into an airtight container in the fridge, for a few of days.
We had some leftovers on Friday, then ate the second half on Sunday.
I simply reheated it using my microwave. If you don't have it, try using the oven: cover with foil and bake at low temperature (150° C / 300° F) for a few minutes.
What should I serve with this asparagus quiche recipe?
I consider my quiche recipe a "complete main dish".
If you look at the ingredients you'll notice there's everything you need:
- Carbs: crust
- Fats: salmon
- Proteins: salmon, eggs, ricotta
- Fibers from veggies: asparagus
Therefore, I say you don't have to add extra food. A quarter of this quiche is enough for a person (but remember I'm not a nutritionist).
Do you have other questions?
It's not easy to answer all the questions you may have, so PLEASE leave a comment below and I'm glad to reply! Thank you.
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EASY ASPARAGUS QUICHE RECIPE
Equipment
- 9 inch pie pan
Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 220 gr Fresh ricotta cheese
- 90 gr Milk
- Black Pepper
- 250 gr Fresh or frozen asparagus
- 50 gr Smoked salmon or prosciutto crudo di Parma
- one package Homemade or store-bought shortcrust pastry - (mine was 230 gr)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven at 180° Celsius (355° F).
- Roll out homemade or store-bought pastry, then fit into a 9-inch pie dish (like this). Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
- Blind bake for about 20 minutes.
- In the meantime, prepare the filling: combine eggs, ricotta, milk, black pepper, cooked or raw asparagus (I've tested with both), smoked salmon (or prosciutto).
- When crust is ready, fill with quiche filling.
- Bake for about 50 minutes (yes you can do the toothpick test here too!).
Loved this quiche? Well, save this asparagus tart: it's easy and delicious. Just like this quiche!
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Elaine says
The reason I give 4 not 5 is a bit pedantic I guess, I roasted the fresh asparagus I had first and I think clearer instructions regarding the type of asparagus would have been useful. I've never made pastry like the recipe you used and was frankly sceptical but it was great, so easy to work with. I had some left over some made wicked jam tarts. I also added fresh dill. Thanks for a great recipe that I don't have to feel too guilty about eating!
Roberta says
Thanks for your honesty Elaine!
Not sure if I can find different types of asparagus here in Italy (except the white ones). Which ones can you find where you live?