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low carb gluten-free leek bacon crustless quiche
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Leek Bacon Crustless Quiche

Make a leek and bacon crustless quiche, low-carb, keto, and ready in 40 minutes. Perfect for healthy meals or prep.
Course cake, Quiché
Cuisine homemade
Keyword comfort food, crustless, gluten free, keto, low carb, quiche
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Author missblasco

Equipment

  • Convection oven

Ingredients

  • 1 leek white and light green parts only, washed and sliced
  • 1 scallion or green onion sliced
  • 3 whole eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1.5 oz shredded Emmental cheese approx. ½ cup / 40 g
  • 3.5 oz smoked bacon strips or diced bacon approx. 100 g
  • 6 cherry tomatoes halved
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp EVOO Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

  • Sauté the aromatics: Cut the leek and scallion into thin strips (julienne). Heat the EVOO in a skillet over medium heat, add the leek and scallion, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté until soft and translucent.
  • Cook the bacon: Once the vegetables are tender, add the bacon strips to the skillet and cook until lightly browned. Drain any excess grease if desired.
  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Note: The quiche will bake at a slightly lower temperature.
  • Mix the liquid base: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the whole milk. Stir in the shredded Emmental cheese and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Combine: Add the sautéed vegetables and bacon to the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Prep the pan and bake: Line a round baking dish or pie pan with parchment paper. Pour the mixture in, spreading it evenly. Arrange the cherry tomato halves on top. Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) and bake for approximately 40 minutes. Before removing, ensure the quiche is fully set in the center and beautifully golden brown on top.
  • Chill and serve: Let it cool to room temperature, then store it in the refrigerator. This quiche is best served chilled.

Notes

  • Lighter Option: You can easily omit the cheese if you prefer a lighter, dairy-reduced version.
  • Versatility: This recipe is highly adaptable. Feel free to swap the proteins or vegetables based on what you have on hand in your refrigerator.
  • Meal Prep & Storage: It holds up beautifully for batch cooking and will keep perfectly in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.