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Elegant Ricotta and Spinach Quiche

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This Elegant Ricotta and Spinach Quiche is a creamy, savory pie with a flaky crust and delicate filling made from ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, eggs, and Parmesan. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, it’s a refined yet easy-to-make dish that brings comfort and elegance to any table.

Ingredients

  • 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust into a 9-inch quiche dish, prick bottom with a fork, and pre-bake for 8 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 1–2 minutes. Let cool.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Stir in cooled spinach-onion mixture.
  5. Pour filling into pre-baked crust and smooth evenly.
  6. Bake 35–40 minutes, or until top is golden and center is set. Let rest before slicing.

Notes

  • You can substitute some ricotta with feta for tang or use cottage cheese for a lighter texture.
  • For a crustless version, bake the filling in a greased pie dish.
  • Frozen spinach works well—just thaw and squeeze dry.
  • Add cooked bacon, ham, or vegetables like mushrooms or peppers for variety.
  • Tastes great warm or at room temperature.

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