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Breakfast and eggs

No pastry quiche

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)
Written by

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)

Content and SEO Lead

Dr Rachel Hall
Reviewed by

Dr Rachel Hall (MBCHB)

Principal Doctor

2 min read
Last updated October 2026
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Prep and cooking time: 45 mins

  • Freezable
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • High-protein
  • Lower-carbohydrate

Ingredients

Serves: 4

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 100g button mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 100g spinach
  • 6 eggs, beaten
  • Dash of milk
  • 100g Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 small tomatoes, sliced
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Method

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan.

Step 2

Line an ovenproof baking tray with butter.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a non-stick saucepan, over high heat. Fry the onion, peppers, mushrooms, and herbs for 1-2mins, until slightly softened. Add the spinach and wilt for 1min.

Step 4

Beat the eggs, milk, and cheese in a small mixing bowl, and add salt and pepper.

Step 5

Line the base of a baking dish with the lightly cooked vegetables.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture over top and lightly place the sliced tomatoes on the surface. Place in the oven and cook for 30mins, until golden on top.

Step 7

Cut into squares and enjoy hot or cold.

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