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Low Sodium Spinach Quiche

Closeup of a slice of low sodium spinach quiche on a white plate with fresh herbs on top
Looking for a diabetic-friendly breakfast to serve a crowd? Low sodium spinach quiche with cheese and mushrooms is easy to make and oh-so-delicious!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, (sliced)
  • cups white onion, (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup half & half, (can substitute milk or cream)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 7 ounces low sodium cheese, (grated)

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9 inch pie dish by greasing it with oil or butter, then set aside.
  • In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil.
    1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Once the oil is hot, add the mushrooms and sauté for 3 – 5 minutes until they have released some moisture and reduced a bit.
    8 ounces mushrooms
  • Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes to soften slightly.
    1½ cups white onion
  • Add the garlic and spinach, mixing well. Sauté until the spinach has reduced completely, roughly 7 minutes.
    3 cloves garlic, 3 cups baby spinach
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half & half, mustard, parsley, and pepper.
    6 large eggs, ½ cup half & half, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • Add the cooked mushrooms and spinach mixture to the prepared pie dish and spread out evenly. Sprinkle the cheese over the top, then pour the egg mixture into the pan. Use a spoon to make sure everything is spread out evenly.
    7 ounces low sodium cheese
  • Bake the quiche for 35 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.

Notes

This recipe is for 8 servings of quiche. If you cut the quiche into 8 slices, each serving will be 1 slice.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days
Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Low Sodium Spinach Quiche
Serving Size
 
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
202
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13.9
g
21
%
Saturated Fat
 
6.9
g
35
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4.9
g
Cholesterol
 
167.6
mg
56
%
Sodium
 
120.9
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
240.4
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
5.9
g
2
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2.6
g
3
%
Protein
 
13.3
g
27
%
Net carbs
 
4.9
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.