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    Home » Recipes » Single Serving Dinners

    By Joanie Zisk Published: Jan 9, 2018 · Updated: Jan 2, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links · Please read my disclosure

    Crustless Spinach Quiche For One

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    a small quiche with a fork full of melted cheese

    This delicious crustless spinach quiche is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Low carb, easy to make, and filled with spinach, ham, and plenty of cheese.

    A spinach quiche in a small baking dish next to a glass of red wine

    Why This Recipe Works

    • One of my favorite meals to make is a crustless quiche! This crustless spinach quiche is one version I make all the time. It's cheesy, healthy and absolutely delicious.
    • A crustless quiche is a wonderful low carb meal.
    • They are easily customizable.
    • This mini quiche is a wonderful size if you're cooking for one. I use a 5-inch x 5-inch baking dish which holds about 2 cups and has an base area of 25 square inches. A 4-inch by 6-inch dish will work well as would most 5 to 6-inch diameter pans.
    • It's wonderful to not have to bother with making a crust. I save so much time by eliminating the pastry step. If you would like to add a crust to this quiche recipe, I recommend using a frozen, or pre-made pie crust and cutting it to fit the dish.

    Ingredient Notes

    See recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.

    • Olive oil: I use extra virgin olive oil in this crustless quiche recipe as well as in every other recipe on One Dish Kitchen that calls for olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the least processed form of olive oil. It is an unrefined oil and the highest-quality olive oil you can buy. Because of the way extra virgin olive oil is made, it retains more true olive taste. It also contains more of the vitamins and minerals found in olives. It's my favorite type of olive oil to use but you may use a lighter olive oil instead.
    • Onions and garlic: Finely chopped onions and garlic add quite a lot of flavor to this quiche, definitely don't leave them out.
    • Ham: Use ½ cup of cubed ham.
    • Spinach: I prefer using fresh spinach. If you use frozen spinach, make sure it is thawed and drained well.
    • Eggs and heavy cream: Two large eggs and 3 tablespoons of cream are the key ingredients in all of our crustless quiche recipes.
    • Salt and black pepper: For flavor.
    • Swiss cheese: I like to use swiss cheese in this recipe, but feel free to use your favorite type instead.
    Spinach, onions, and diced ham in a skillet
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    How To Make This Recipe

    1. Make the quiche "base" by whisking together the eggs and cream.
    2. After you've got the eggs and cream blended, prepare the fillings. For this spinach quiche, sauté onions and garlic in a little olive oil, then add in cubes of salty ham and a handful of spinach.
    3. Once the spinach begins to wilt, pour it into the egg/cream mixture and stir in shredded Swiss cheese.
    4. Bake the quiche in a 5-inch baking dish. I find this baking dish to be the perfect size for anyone cooking for one. The quiche bakes in the oven for a quick 25 minutes.
    Cheese hanging off a fork in a spinach quiche with a glass of red wine in the background

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Is A Crustless Quiche?

    A quiche is one of those perfect dishes that's ideal to enjoy for breakfast, lunch or for dinner. The ingredient list in a crustless quiche is short - eggs, cream and your favorite fillings.
    When I set out to scale down my original crustless quiche recipe into a single serving version, I discovered that 2 eggs and 3 tablespoons of cream provided the perfect "base" for a quiche and will yield a creamy and delicious custard every time.

    Can I Use Frozen Spinach Instead Of Fresh Spinach?

    Yes you can! Just be sure to thaw the spinach completely and drain as much of the liquid out of it as you can.

    RELATED: Single Serving Meatless Recipes

    Ways To Use Up Leftover Ingredients

    If you have any ingredients left over from this crustless spinach quiche recipe, you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving recipes:

    • Onions: Potato Soup, Skillet Ratatouille, Crawfish Étouffée
    • Ham: Ham and Cheese Scones
    • Spinach: Spinach and Orzo Salad, Saag Paneer, Pork Stir Fry, Spinach Turkey Wrap
    • Cream: Vanilla Ice Cream, Tres Leches Cake, Lemon Cheesecake Mousse
    • Swiss cheese: Pita Pizza, Cheesy Baked Eggs

    Expert Tips

    • The key ingredients in a crustless quiche are 2 eggs and 3 tablespoons of heavy cream. Feel free to customize your quiche as you would like with seasonal ingredients or ingredients you already have on hand.
    • A 5x5-inch baking dish is a perfect size for this quiche. For best results, use a baking dish of similar size.
    A partially eaten crustless spinach quiche next to a glass of red wine

    Other Single Serving Crustless Quiche Recipes

    • Goat Cheese and Prosciutto Crustless Quiche
    • Crustless Quiche Lorraine
    • Potato and Asparagus Crustless Quiche
    • Crustless Pizza Quiche

    What To Serve With A Crustless Quiche

    • Cucumber Salad
    • Roasted Carrots
    • Black Eyed Peas

    If you’ve tried this spinach crustless quiche or any recipe on One Dish Kitchen please let me know how you liked it by rating the recipe and telling me about it in the comment section below.

    If you take a picture please tag us on Instagram (@onedishkitchen) we’d love to see!

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    Crustless Spinach Quiche For One

    Creamy, low-carb Crustless Spinach Quiche for One made with ham and Swiss cheese. Full of flavor, you'll never even miss the crust!
    4.78 from 22 votes
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    See the post above for expert tips,
    FAQs and ways to use leftover ingredients.
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Course: Breakfast, Main
    Cuisine: Main
    Servings: 1 person
    Calories: 465kcal
    Author: Joanie Zisk

    Equipment

    • 5-inch baking dish

    Ingredients

    • ½ tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ cup chopped onions
    • 1 clove garlic , minced
    • ½ cup cubed ham
    • 1 cup baby spinach , loosely packed
    • 2 large eggs
    • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
    • ½ cup cubed Swiss cheese
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    Instructions

    • Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
    • Heat a medium-sized skillet on medium-high heat.  Add the olive oil and swirl to evenly coat pan.
    • Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pan; cook stirring occasionally until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
    • Add the cubed ham to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally for 1 minute. Add the spinach and stir until spinach is beginning to wilt, about 3 minutes.
      ingredients for crustless quiche in pan
    • Remove pan from the heat and set aside.  
    • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt and pepper. Fold in the spinach and ham mixture.
    • Stir in the cheese and pour into lightly greased 5-inch baking dish or dish of a similar size.
    • Bake until quiche is puffed and golden, about 25 minutes
      crustless quiche in a baking dish

    Notes

    Expert Tips
    • The key ingredients in a crustless quiche are 2 eggs and 3 tablespoons of heavy cream. Feel free to customize your quiche as you would like with seasonal ingredients or ingredients you already have on hand.
    • A 5x5-inch baking dish is a perfect size for this quiche. For best results, use a baking dish of similar size.
    Nutrition Facts
    Crustless Spinach Quiche For One
    Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
    Calories 465 Calories from Fat 315
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 35g54%
    Saturated Fat 15g94%
    Cholesterol 464mg155%
    Sodium 1367mg59%
    Potassium 422mg12%
    Carbohydrates 11g4%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 26g52%
    Vitamin A 4015IU80%
    Vitamin C 15mg18%
    Calcium 133mg13%
    Iron 3mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    About Joanie Zisk

    Joanie Zisk is the creator of OneDishKitchen.com, the number one go-to site for single serving recipes. The aim of One Dish Kitchen is to inspire individuals with access to single serving recipes that will enable them to enjoy the preparation of a meal that will nourish both body and soul. Her website is filled with hundreds of easy, flavorful recipes that are tailored for those cooking for one. Joanie is the author of "The Ultimate Cooking For One Cookbook" and her recipes and food photography have been featured in various publications including, TODAY.com, Huffington Post, Real Simple, Self.com,Women’s Day, Buzzfeed, and others. Come say hello and follow Joanie on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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    Comments

    1. Patti says

      April 22, 2022 at 11:39 am

      I love this recipe and use it all the time!! It's my favorite "go to".

      Reply
    2. Nancy says

      January 22, 2022 at 9:44 am

      Made with frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed out water, and mozzarella cheese. Also, wanted a crust so cut a section from refrigerated pie crust that I baked 10 min first. Turned out great. This is a keeper!

      Reply
      • Joanie Zisk says

        January 22, 2022 at 10:28 am

        I'm so happy you enjoyed the quiche, Nancy. Thank you so much for your feedback.

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