Crustless Tofu Quiche

This delicious quiche recipe uses tofu instead of eggs for a healthy, low-fat, dairy-free, and cholesterol-free vegetarian and vegan breakfast , weekend brunch or dinner option. The recipe contains nutritional yeast which is sometimes called a superfood because even a little of this high-protein, low-fat, nutrient-dense food provides a host of vitamins and minerals.

More research is necessary to confirm the benefits of nutritional yeast. However, it seems that it may help boost energy and maintain vitamin B-12 levels, as well as supporting the immune system, dermatological health, and pregnancy. Not all nutritional yeast is fortified with vitamin B-12, so it is important to check the label for ingredients.

Nutritional yeast is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and high-quality protein. Typically, one-quarter of a cup of nutritional yeast contains: 60 calories , 8 grams (g) of protein, 3 g of fiber,11.85 milligrams (mg) of thiamine, or vitamin B-1,9.70 mg of riboflavin, or vitamin B-2,5.90 mg of vitamin B-6, 17.60 micrograms (mcg) of vitamin B-12. It also contains vitamin B-3, potassium, calcium, and iron.

This recipe uses 1 protein serve per slice so you could use once slice as a breakfast option or double up for a dinner serving.

Crustless Tofu Quiche Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. Rapeseed oil
• 100g of scallions, red pepper & courgette chopped finely
• 100g of spinach
• 1 sliced tomato to garnish
• 300g packet of silken Tofu
• 1 ½ tbsp. of nutritional yeast
• 1 clove of crushed garlic
• ½ tsp of dried oregano
• ½ tsp of smoked paprika
• Pepper to taste

Crustless Tofu Quiche Directions

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees
2. Take finely chopped vegetables and lightly fry in 1 tbsp. of the oil
3. Greece a flan dish (circular or square) with the other 1tbsp of oil
4. Put the tofu, garlic and nutritional yeast in a blender and whizz until blended into a soft paste
5. Transfer into a bowl and mix the cooked vegetables through as well as the spinach. Add the oregano, paprika and pepper and stir well.
6. Pour the mixture into the greased dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden on top.
7. Garnish with fresh herbs and sliced tomato, and serve with a side salad and baby potatoes.

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