Quiche with Tofu and Vegetables Recipe Video
Quiche made with tofu and vegetables is a tasty, high-protein addition to brunch, lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
1 raw 9-inch whole wheat pie crust|n1 lb tofu|n3-4 cups of diced vegetables such as: onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, broccoli|n1-2 cloves of garlic, minced|n1-2 T safflower or sunflower oil|n1/4 - 3/4 cup vegetable stock or non-dairy milk|n1 T nutritional yeast|n1 T tamari soy sauce|n1 tsp dried basil|n1 tsp dried oregano|n1 tsp dried thyme|n1 T dried parsley or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped fine|n1 cup grated soy cheese, any flavor|n1/4 cup soy or rice Parmesan cheese
Directions
Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees.|nRinse and drain the tofu.|nUse a whole wheat, dairy- and animal product-free pie crust. Either purchase one or make one from scratch (see How to Make Pie Crust).|nDice the vegetables. In a large pan or wok, heat the oil and saute until the veggies are soft. If using broccoli florets, add them last and cook only until they turn bright green. Saute until all of the liquid has evaporated. Transfer to a bowl.|nGrate the soy cheese and add to the bowl.|nIn a blender or food processor, puree the tofu, 1/2 of the vegetable stock, tamari, spices and nutritional yeast. The mixture should be like the consistency of bean dip - add more vegetable stock if necessary.|nAdd the tofu mixture to the bowl and gently mix together. Pour into the prepared pie crust and spread evenly.|nBake for 10 minutes at 400 then lower the temperature to 350 and continue to bake for 30-40 more minutes. The center should be firm and a toothpick should come out clean.|nThe pie crust could burn during baking. Either cover with foil or cover with a pie crust shield.|nLet the quiche set for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Editors Review
A quiche is always a good change from a regular meal. Watch this video to learn how to make a great dairy-free vegetable quiche! Made primarily using tofu, the quiche also has several other vegetables. The quiche is well flavored with herbs and garlic.Chef
