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Vegan Quiche Lorraine

Vegan Quiche Lorraine: Indulge in Creamy, Flavorful Bliss

This Vegan Quiche Lorraine is a delightful, dairy-free celebration of flavor and texture, perfect for impressing omnivores at brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1/3 cup Canola Oil Can swap for sunflower or vegetable oil.
  • 1/4 cup Boiling Water Essential for the crust.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Can replace with baking powder.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend works too.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Vegan Bacon Bits Can swap for tempeh bacon or omit.
  • 1 medium Onion Any onion type can work.
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese Brands like Miyoko's or Kite Hill, or use nutritional yeast.
  • 2 cups Spinach Any leafy green can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Olive Oil Can swap for avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Cremini or button mushrooms recommended.
  • 14 ounces High-Protein Tofu Press to remove excess moisture.
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Unflavored plant milk works as well.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast Provides a cheesy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Margarine Plant-based options excel here.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Pie dish
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Heavy Object for Pressing Tofu

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Drizzle in canola oil and mix until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Gradually add boiling water to form a shaggy dough, then roll out.
  2. Transfer to a pie dish, crimp edges, and set aside.
Tofu Preparation
  1. Wrap tofu in paper towels and press with a heavy object for 15-20 minutes.
Custard Preparation
  1. Blend pressed tofu, nutritional yeast, melted margarine, salt, and black pepper until creamy. Gradually pour in soy milk.
Vegetable Sauté
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add mushrooms and a pinch of salt, cook until browned. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Filling Combination
  1. In a bowl, combine cooled vegetables, tofu custard, vegan cheese, and vegan bacon bits. Stir until well incorporated.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pour filling into crust and optionally brush with melted margarine. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set and golden.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the quiche cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure tofu is properly pressed to avoid a watery filling. Customize with seasonal vegetables or leftovers.

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