Bacon, Cheddar, Zucchini Quiche

Bacon, Cheddar, Zucchini Quiche! This savory quiche is brimming with crisp, smoky bacon, gooey cheddar cheese and fresh zucchini, comes together in minutes and can be served hot or chilled.

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Quiche is the ultimate brunch dish. Flaky pastry crust, creamy and flavorful custard filling and endless flavor variations and possibilities!

This Zucchini, Cheddar & Bacon Quiche recipe is a family favorite. It’s easy to make, versatile, and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Whether you’re looking for a simple quiche recipe for and elegant Mother’s Day or Easter Brunch or a lazy Sunday morning, this quiche will fit the bill!

Looking for more brunch recipes? Try my Strawberry Vanilla Bean Baked French Toast Cups, Creamy Dreamy Grits, or easy Chocolate Puff Pastry.

Ingredients

• Store bought (or homemade) deep dish 9 inch pie shell
• Eggs
• Half & Half (or whole milk)
• Thyme
• Sea salt
• White pepper
• Sharp cheddar cheese 
• Grated zucchini
• Crisply cooked bacon 

Instructions

First, position the pie shell on a baking sheet.

Tip: Placing the pie shell on a baking sheet makes it much easier to move once it is filled with the egg mixture & prevents any spills in the oven.

Poke the pie crust a few times with the tines of a fork. Follow the baking directions on the store-bought pie shell; bake it until it becomes lightly golden.

Once done, remove it from the oven and decrease the heat to 375°F.

While the crust bakes, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet. Add shredded zucchini and cook, stirring often, until it releases most of its liquid. Set the skillet aside to cool.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, half & half, thyme, salt, and pepper together. Incorporate cheese, cooked zucchini, and crumbled bacon into the mixture.

Pour the combined ingredients into the baked pie shell. Sprinkle additional bacon and cheese if preferred.

Bake for approximately 40-45 minutes or until the center is just set and the top turns golden brown and is slightly puffed.

Wait for about 20 minutes before cutting and serving. Allow it to cool first.

Recipe FAQ’s

Variations & Substitutions

Try these variations!

• Substitute cheddar cheese with other types of cheese such as feta, goat cheese, or mozzarella.
• To add different flavors, you can replace thyme with other herbs such as basil, rosemary, or oregano.
• Instead of zucchini, try your favorite vegetables like spinach, kale, or broccoli or mushrooms. Just be sure to sauté them beforehand to remove excess moisture so that there isn’t too much liquid in the egg custard mixture.
• Use chopped ham, cooked sausage, or prosciutto instead of bacon.

Diet-Specific Substitutions

• Vegetarian: Omit the bacon and substitute it with roasted vegetables such as mushrooms, red peppers, or onions.
• Gluten-free: To make the recipe gluten-free, you can use a gluten-free pie crust.
• Crustless version: If you prefer a low-carb option, you can make a crustless quiche by greasing a pie dish with cooking spray and pouring the egg mixture directly into the dish.