This Broccoli, White Bean & Cheese Quiche Packs 21 Grams of Protein per Slice

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, our Broccoli, White Bean & Cheese Quiche has got you covered at any time of the day. Simply seasoned, this quiche gets its flavors naturally from the earthy charred broccoli, nutty fontina cheese, briny Parmesan and woodsy rosemary. Creamy white beans up the protein and fiber content in this satisfying egg dish that’s sure to keep you full for hours. Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to save on prep time.

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

• You can use prepackaged fresh broccoli florets to save prep time.
• We roast the broccoli because the char enhances the flavor and texture in a way you can’t get by steaming it.
• There’s no need to buy half-and-half. You can easily make your own by mixing equal parts heavy cream and whole milk.
• You can use dried rosemary instead of fresh—about ½ teaspoon will suffice. Additionally, you can opt for fresh thyme instead of rosemary and use low-moisture mozzarella instead of fontina.

Nutrition Notes

• Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable and, like all veggies in this family, provides a wealth of health benefits when eaten regularly. This includes reducing inflammation and your risk of disease, including heart disease and cancer. 
• White beans is a general term that includes beans like great northern and cannellini beans. Beans provide similar potential health benefits as broccoli since they’re also loaded with antioxidants and fiber. Beans have the benefit of providing more plant-based protein. 
• Eggs bring complete protein to this quiche—plus provide vision-supporting antioxidants in the yolk. Eggs are rich in choline, a nutrient that may help you think more clearly.
• Cheese—the Parmesan and fontina—brings additional protein plus calcium to this dish. Cheese also adds some probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria for your gut. A healthy gut microbiome improves your overall health.