Veggie Quiche for Kids
A simple veggie packed quiche for kids, babies and toddlers! Grated carrots, peppers and broccoli add veggie goodness in soft, easy to manage bites. Add seasonings, garlic or herbs to flavor it to your liking, or enjoy it plain. This makes for a delicious protein packed meatless family meal that everyone can get on board with.
Ingredients
- ½ large red bell pepper, grated
- ¼ large carrot, peeled and grated
- 4-5 florets broccoli, grated
- 3 eggs
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) whole milk , or half and half
- 1 cup (125 g) grated cheddar cheese
- 1 roll shortcrust pastry dough, or a premade pie crust base
- OPTIONAL: 2 tbsp ranch seasoning OR 1 clove of garlic and a few pinches of dried or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C / 360F. (If your oven is fan assisted, make it 160c / 320F)
- Press your pastry into an 8x8 inch square cake tin and trim off the ends. I like to leave the parchment paper it comes rolled in attached for maximum ease. My pastry doesn't go quite to the top on all sides, it's a little too narrow, so I press it in with my fingers and work it upwards a little. It doesn't have to be all the way up to the top, as long as it is most of the way the filling will fit no problem.1 roll shortcrust pastry dough
- Combine your grated veggies and cheese in a bowl and toss together. Add any flavorings / seasonings you've chosen to add, and then pour it into the cake pan.1/2 large red bell pepper, 1/4 large carrot, 4-5 florets broccoli, OPTIONAL: 2 tbsp ranch seasoning OR 1 clove of garlic and a few pinches of dried or fresh herbs, 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Whisk together the milk and eggs, then pour that over the veggies. Use a spoon to compact the veggies down if necessary and ensure they're all covered by the egg and milk mixture.3 eggs, 2/3 cup whole milk
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set with just a little wobble to it. Your cook time will vary depending on the size of dish you use, so keep a close eye on it.
