Leek Quiche
Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
1 h
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
340 kcal
A golden, melt-in-the-mouth leek quiche: leeks softened in butter, a creamy egg and cream custard, all on a crisp shortcrust base. A French classic, perfect warm as a main with salad, or as a starter.
Ingredients
- 1 shortcrust pastry
- 3 leeks (white and tender green)
- 3 eggs
- 200 ml crème fraîche
- 100 ml milk
- 50 g grated gruyère
- 20 g butter
- Nutmeg
- Salt, pepper
Method
- 1Preheat the oven to 190 °C. Line a tin with the pastry and prick the base.
- 2Slice the leeks and wash them thoroughly.
- 3Sweat them 10–12 minutes in butter over low heat until tender; season.
- 4Beat the eggs with cream, milk, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
- 5Spread the leeks over the pastry, scatter the gruyère, pour over the custard.
- 6Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
- 7Let cool a few minutes before unmoulding.
Tips & tricks
- Wash the sliced leeks well to remove grit.
- Blind-baking the base 10 min prevents a soggy bottom.
- Freshly grated nutmeg makes the custard.
Variations
- Add bacon lardons for a non-vegetarian version.
- Use goat cheese or comté instead of gruyère.
Storage
2–3 days refrigerated; eat cold or reheated.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
340 kcal
Protein
12 g
Carbs
24 g
Fat
22 g
Fibre
3 g
Sugar
4 g
Ingredient substitutions
- Butter : coconut oil, plant-based margarine or nut butter (dairy-free / vegan).
- Eggs : apple sauce (50 g per egg) or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
- Milk : plant-based drink (almond, oat, soy).
- Cream : soy, oat or coconut cream.
What to serve it with
- A dressed green salad
- Fresh bread or a starchy side
- Roasted seasonal vegetables
- A wine matched to the dish (to taste)
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Leek Quiche"?
Allow about 20 min of prep and 40 min of cooking, i.e. 1 h in total for 6 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Leek Quiche" ahead and store it?
2–3 days refrigerated; eat cold or reheated.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 6 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, "Leek Quiche" is vegetarian: it contains no meat or fish.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 340 kcal, including 12 g of protein, 24 g of carbs and 22 g of fat.
