One Pot Vegetarian - Taming Twins https://www.tamingtwins.com/category/collections/one-pot/one-pot-vegetarian-meals/ Recipes and Meal Planning for Busy Families Fri, 23 May 2025 18:37:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Easy Butternut Squash Curry {Ready in 30 Minutes} https://www.tamingtwins.com/butternut-squash-curry/ https://www.tamingtwins.com/butternut-squash-curry/#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:30:00 +0000 https://www.tamingtwins.com/?p=7975

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This delicious vegetarian Butternut Squash Curry is a deliciously warming recipe. It’s also so easy to make, is packed with veggies and lentils, and also happens to be vegan and gluten free too. 

It’s perfect as a quick midweek vegetarian family meal or as part of a curry banquet.

Vegan butternut squash curry recipe with cauliflower and lentils.

What’s not to love about a dinner that needs 5 minutes preparation and gives you 4 of your 5 a day in one bowl?

I’m always looking for recipes that make eating vegetarian or vegan food feel really simple and accessible. This creamy, fragrant Butternut Squash Curry definitely hits the mark.

It’s like a hug in a bowl and it gets even better the longer you cook it for.


Why you’ll love this easy Butternut Squash Curry recipe

⭐ Mix it up in just 5 minutes

⭐ Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan AND packed with flavour

⭐ Perfect for batch cooking and freezing


Easy butternut squash and cauliflower vegan curry.

Sarah’s notes

There is SO much goodness in this comforting curry dish – butternut squash, cauliflower, lentils, chopped tomatoes, coconut milk… ingredients that just make you feel good as you eat, with a meal that you can just feel nourishing you from the inside. 

When it comes to a simple one-pot curry recipe, this is the dish to try. It’s ready in 30 minutes and is a perfect addition to a curry night.

And if you go along with my mantra that if you can buy it frozen, DO IT, you’ll be making this even easier than it already is. I buy the life-saving crations that are pre-chopped frozen vegetables and I’m away.


Butternut Squash Curry Ingredients Notes

  • Onion, garlic and ginger – Fresh or pre-chopped frozen is fine
  • Butternut squash – I get mine cubed from the freezer. See tips below about chopping if you’re using fresh
  • Cauliflower – Fresh or frozen for this too!
  • Red lentils – The dried kind
  • Curry paste – I used Balti paste for this Butternut Squash Curry but use your favourite
  • Mint or coriander – Optional garnishing

How to make Butternut Squash Curry

  1. Add all of the main ingredients into a large saucepan. 
  2. Cook over a medium heat for 25 minutes (you can cook for longer if you’d like a softer texture).
  3. Add the garam masala and mango chutney before serving. 
  4. Serve with your favourite sides.

Substitutions

  • Curry paste – You can control the heat of your curry with the type of paste you use. I used balti paste for this recipe, but using madras would give a spicier curry, for example. 
  • Halloumi – You could also add cubes of fried or grilled halloumi just before serving which would be LUSH.

Leftovers

In the fridge You can keep this recipe in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat fully by before serving.

Can you freeze Butternut Squash Curry? This Butternut Squash Curry is perfect for batch cooking, just make double the recipe and freeze in freezer-safe containers (like these containers on Amazon which I LOVE for this purpose).

Top Tips

How to chop a butternut squash (if you’re not using frozen)

Slice around two centimeters off each butternut squash end, then peel using a vegetable peeler. Stand the squash on its end and chop it right down the middle.

Next, use a metal spoon to scrape the seeds and the pulp from the cavity of your butternut squash. Now lay each half of the squash down and cut lengthways. Then, to make cubes, cut the other way across the slices you have made.

What to serve with Butternut Squash Curry

You can serve this curry with the usual curry side dishes – rice, naan bread, yoghurt dip and poppadoms. Or with my Easy Flatbreads, as the children absolutely love them.

FAQs

Can I really just put it all into the pan and go?!

You could definitely brown all of the vegetables first if you have the time or inclination. BUT I really think if you can make your life a little easier by not doing it, the end result is still really delicious.

Do you have any other easy curry recipes?

I sure do! Check out my curry recipes here. There are all kinds in there – vegetarian, slow cooker, chicken, turkey, beef, lamb… My most popular star-rated hits are my Slow Cooker Chicken Curry (over 500 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!)and my Easy Slow Cooker Beef Curry. A really easy one is my Chickpea Curry for the oven or hob too. Check them out!

Can you recommend a good pan for making one pot meals?

I recently tasked myself with trying out a variety of one-pan pans in a quest to find out which ones were up to the important job of making an all-in-one meal. Read my pan review here. I hope it helps!

Let me know how you got on and what you thought of these recipes. Please rate the recipe using the ⭐ below.

Also I’d LOVE to see your cooking creations. If you’d like to share yours with me, you can tag me on Instagram (@tamingtwins).

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Easy Butternut Squash Curry {Ready in 30 Minutes}

This vegan Butternut Squash Curry recipe is a deliciously comforting and nourishing dish. It’s also easy, ready in 30 minutes, is full of flavour and the whole family will love it.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Family Food
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 People
Calories 246kcal

Ingredients

Main ingredients:

  • 1 Onion Finely chopped. (See notes)
  • 3 Cloves of garlic Crushed. (See notes)
  • 1 inch of ginger Finely chopped. (See notes)
  • 700 g Butternut squash Cubed. (See notes)
  • 400 g Cauliflower Cut into small chunks. (See notes)
  • 100 g Red lentils Dried.
  • 400 g Chopped tomatoes
  • 400 ml Coconut milk
  • 150 g Curry paste
  • 1 tsp Salt

Before serving:

  • 2 tsp Garam masala
  • 2 tbsp Mango chutney

Optional garnish to serve:

  • Fresh mint or coriander

Instructions

  • Put all of the main ingredients into a large saucepan. Cook over a medium heat for 25 minutes (or more if you would like it to be more soft in texture).
  • Add the garam masala and mango chutney before serving.
  • Serve with rice and naan bread. 

Notes

 Vegetables: I use the onions, garlic and ginger pre-prepared and frozen to make this as quick as possible.
Cauliflower: The smaller you cut this, the more it will soften and break down. So if you want big chunks, leave it large. If you want it to break down (that’s how I like it) cut it smaller and/or cook it for longer. You could also use frozen cauliflower.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 560mg | Potassium: 932mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 16424IU | Vitamin C: 68mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 4mg

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Halloumi Fajitas {15 Minute Meal} https://www.tamingtwins.com/halloumi-fajitas-recipe/ https://www.tamingtwins.com/halloumi-fajitas-recipe/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:30:28 +0000 https://www.tamingtwins.com/?p=11667

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These Halloumi Fajitas are so quick, tasty and colourful! What’s more, this delicious vegetarian family recipe provides a satisfying dinner on the table in about 15 minutes.

Halloumi fajitas recipe on a board with tortilla wraps avocado and salsa.

I’m not sure I can find a meal that can’t be improved with the addition of squeaky cheese. Who’s with me?!

For these Halloumi Fajitas, we take our favourite Greek/Cypriot cheese and add some spice, veggies and the usual sides.

It really is super simple.


Why you’ll love this Halloumi Fajitas recipe

⭐ Ready in 15 minutes

⭐ Light and colourful for warm days

⭐ Fun for the whole family to make their own wraps


Grilled halloumi with griddle lines on, on a tray with vegetables, lime, sour cream and wraps for the recipe Halloumi Fajitas.

Sarah’s Notes

Using halloumi if we want vegetarian fajitas is perfect, because it has a delicious salty flavour, a meaty texture, is an additional source of protein alongside our vegetables, and its high melting point means a nice bulky addition to our meal. 

I wanted to make sure that our latest fajita recipe could also be made as a super quick and fuss-free midweek meal

BONUS, turns out we can whip it up in about 15 minutes all in one pan! You can’t argue with that.


Halloumi Fajitas Ingredients Notes

The ingredients for halloumi fajitas laid out in plates and bowls on a white counter top.
  • Halloumi – You’ll need 2 packs for 4 people. You can slice up a block or buy it pre-sliced. If you’d prefer it to be softer rather than squeaky, try soaking it in boiling water for 10 mins before frying!
  • Onions – I have left these as optional as I know lots of children take offence at them! I do tend to include them if I can as they add flavour and extra vegetables
  • Bell peppers – Use whichever colours you prefer. I like a mix of red and yellow. Just deseed and slice into thin strips
  • Cajun spice mix – Use whichever brand you have/like. Be sure that the pack hasn’t been hanging around for years as it does lose its flavour! You can use a Mexican/taco/fajita spice mix if you prefer
  • Tortilla wraps – I like to toast these under the grill or directly on the gas hob before serving to give them a little texture and colour. This is optional though
  • To serve: It’s up to you but I like to add sour cream or Greek yoghurt, lime wedges and my own salsa (tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, mint). Alternatively you could use a shop bought one

How to make Halloumi Fajitas

Peppers and onions sliced on a chopping board with a knife to the side for step 1 in the recipe for Halloumi Fajitas.

1. Chop the veggies up and heat in hot oil in a pan along with half of the spice mix. When starting to blacken at the edges, set aside.

A chopping board with a slicer and sliced up halloumi on top for step 2 in the recipe for Halloumi Fajitas.

2. Slice up the halloumi, lay into a hot pan, sprinkle the remaining spice mix and cook until brown on both side.

A pan filled with cooked peppers, onion and slices of halloumi.

3. Add everything into the pan together to heat though and drizzle the honey over.

Wraps on a chopping with, one filled with halloumi fajitas and yoghurt dip to the side.

4. Serve on a platter with wraps, yoghurt, lime wedges and avocado (plus salsa if using).


Substitutions

  • Vegetables – Feel free to add any you like or that needs using up. Mushrooms would be great
  • Meat – Add a little meat like leftover roast chicken if you want to

Leftovers

In the fridge You can keep this recipe in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat fully before serving or eat cold.

In the freezer This isn’t the most ideal cheese for freezing once it’s been cooked, so while I would rather freeze than throw away, but it wouldn’t be my first choice for batch cooking.

It will have a slightly solid texture after being frozen and reheated, so bear this in mind.

Recipe Tips

Toasting the tortillas 

You don’t have to do this but I like to toast them under the grill or directly on the gas hob before serving to give them a little texture and colour. Just be careful of open flames! 

Cutting the halloumi 

You can get those nice looking griddle lines by cooking the cheese using a griddle pan, or cooking on the barbecue.

OR! My favourite cheat is to use a crinkle cutter like this one to cut the cheese, and then frying in a regular frying pan!

Make your own salsa

This is SO easy to do and the results are much fresher, tastier and healthier than a shop-bought one. If you decide to make it yourself, simply chop up tomatoes, red onion and mint, mix it in a small bowl, then squeeze lime juice into it to taste. Delicious.

You might also love these…

FAQs

Is this a vegan recipe?

No, halloumi is made from sheep’s milk, but you can buy vegan halloumi cheese as an alternative.

What spice mix or seasoning should I use for halloumi fajitas?

I used a good quality Cajun spice blend, but you could use any kind of Mexican/taco/fajita mix.

It’s always worth making sure it’s a fresh pack though as they lose their flavour after being open for a couple of months.

What should I add to the Halloumi Fajita wrap filling?

This is down to personal preference. I like to add a dollop of yoghurt (you can also use sour cream) and a squeeze of lime, but you could load them up with salad and avocado too if you like.

Let me know how you got on and what you thought of these recipes. Please rate the recipe using the ⭐ below.

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Halloumi fajitas recipe on a board with tortilla wraps avocado and salsa.
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Halloumi Fajitas {15 Minute Meal}

These Halloumi Fajitas are so quick, tasty and colourful! Have dinner on the table in 15 minutes.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Family Food
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 632kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 2 Onions Peeled and cut into wedges (optional)
  • 4 Bell peppers See notes
  • 4 tsp Cajun spice mix See notes
  • 500 g Halloumi Sliced
  • 2 tsp Runny honey

To serve

  • 8 Tortilla wraps See notes
  • Sour cream or Greek yoghurt (Optional)
  • Lime wedges
  • Salsa See notes

Instructions

  • Heat your olive oil in a frying pan until very hot.
  • Add the peppers and onions and HALF of the spice mix and cook until just starting to blacken at the edges. Remove from the pan and set to one side.
  • Lay the halloumi into the empty, hot pan, sprinkle over the remaining spice mix and cook on both sides for a couple of minutes until browned.
  • Drizzle the honey over just before removing from the pan.
  • Serve on a platter with the peppers, wraps, yoghurt, lime wedges and avocado (plus salsa if using).

Notes

Halloumi: You’ll need about 2 packs for 4 people. You can slice up a block or buy it pre-sliced. If you’d prefer it to be softer rather than squeaky, try soaking it in boiling water for 10 mins before frying!
Onions: I have left these as optional as I know lots of children take offence at them! I do tend to include them if I can as they add flavour and extra vegetables
Bell peppers: Use whichever colours you prefer. I like a mix of red and yellow. Just deseed and slice into thin strips
Cajun spice mix: Use whichever brand you have/like. Be sure that the pack hasn’t been hanging around for years as it does lose its flavour! You can use a Mexican/taco/fajita spice mix if you prefer
Tortilla wraps: I like to toast these under the grill or directly on the gas hob before serving to give them a little texture and colour. This is optional though
To serve: It’s up to you but I like to add sour cream or Greek yoghurt, lime wedges and my own salsa (tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, mint). Alternatively you could use a shop bought one

Nutrition

Calories: 632kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Sodium: 1917mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 3726IU | Vitamin C: 152mg | Calcium: 1322mg | Iron: 3mg

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Halloumi Curry {30 Minute Meal} https://www.tamingtwins.com/halloumi-curry/ https://www.tamingtwins.com/halloumi-curry/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:30:00 +0000 https://www.tamingtwins.com/?p=17491

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This vegetarian Halloumi Curry is a speedy and fuss-free midweek vegetarian family meal. It’s packed with goodness and is perfect for those days when you need to whip something up from the store cupboard but also fancy something comforting, rich and satisfying.

Halloumi Curry in a big pan, ready to serve.

I love finding new ways to use our favourite squeaky cheese! After my Mediterranean Tomato and Halloumi Bake, Halloumi Fajitas, Halloumi Pasta and Sticky Halloumi Kebabs, I knew I had to find a way to get a quick and easy Halloumi Curry in the repertoire too! 

This meat-free dish is about as simple as it gets without compromising on flavour. It’s healthy and versatile, as you can mix up the kind of veggies you add and the sides you serve up too.

It’s perfect when hosting any vegetarian guests or accompanies meat curry dishes really well if you’re hosting a homemade curry night.


Why you’ll love this Halloumi Curry recipe

⭐ Simple ingredients with lots of flavour

⭐ Low cost and easy to make

⭐ Healthy and hearty


Close up of a Halloumi Curry with chickpeas and broccoli.

Sarah’s Notes

A more traditional curry with cheese would use paneer instead of halloumi.

But halloumi is often easier to get hold of (Aldi – please stock paneer!) and has some of the same qualities, like how it fries or grills up fantastically and has a high melting point, so it’s a real meaty addition (without the actual meat, if you know what I mean). 

Quick and easy curries are always my go-to in a last-minute or no-time situation, and this one is definitely a new firm favourite.

If you’d like to try a paneer curry recipe, take a look at my Easy Palak Paneer here.


Halloumi Curry Ingredients notes

Ingredients for a Halloumi Curry laid out on a counter.
  • Halloumi – Or paneer
  • Cornflour – This helps to crispy the cheese
  • Sunflower oil – Or vegetable oil
  • Onion – You could use frozen if you prefer
  • Broccoli – Cut this into very small pieces so it doesn’t take long to cook
  • Curry paste – This can be of your choice
  • Coconut milk – Full fat preferably, although reduced fat is fine, but less creamy (it’s all I had so I used reduced!)
  • Chickpeas – From a can, drained and rinsed
  • To serve – Naan bread

How to make Halloumi Curry

Step 1 in the recipe for Halloumi Curry.

1. Place the cubes of halloumi into the flour and toss well to coat.

Step 2 in the recipe for Halloumi Curry.

2. Fry the halloumi in hot oil until nicely coloured, then remove from the pan.

Step 3 in the recipe for Halloumi Curry.

3. Add onion and broccoli and cook according to the recipe timings (below), then add the paste and cook.

Step 4 in the recipe for Halloumi Curry.

4. Add chickpeas and coconut milk and simmer, then add halloumi back and stir.


Substitutions

  • Vegetables – You could vary this recipe a bit and use different vegetables. Cauliflower and spinach would be a good alternative here.
  • Coconut milk – You could use a half fat coconut milk if you would rather but it won’t be quite as rich and creamy.

Leftovers

This dish is better fresh to get the lovely soft, warm halloumi. You could reheat though if you had some leftovers.

In the fridge You can keep this recipe in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat fully in the microwave, hob or oven before serving.

In the freezer Just wait until it’s totally cold and then put into a freezer proof container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly before reheating.

Halloumi can have a slightly solid texture when frozen and reheated, so it’s fine as an option rather than waste leftovers but this dish wouldn’t be my first choice as a freezer filler!

Recipe Tip

If you want to make this recipe alongside a meat curry, for example if you have one person who wants a meat dish and another is vegetarian, you can follow this recipe for both at the same time, just in different pans.

Simply add 450g of chicken to the pan you’re using for the meat curry. Everything else is OK to be the same.

FAQ

What should I serve with Halloumi Curry?

If you’re looking for a simple midweek side dish, you could add some rice and/or naan.

But if you’re making this dish as part of a bigger feast, you could make it alongside a Beef Curry, a Keema or Veggie Butternut Squash Curry.

Let me know how you got on and what you thought of these recipes. Please rate the recipe using the ⭐ below.

Also I’d LOVE to see your cooking creations. If you’d like to share yours with me, you can tag me on Instagram (@tamingtwins).

Pan full of delicious vegetarian curry made with halloumi, chickpeas and broccoli.
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Halloumi Curry {30 Minute Meal}

A perfect easy vegetarian dinner for those busy days when you don’t have time to plan but you still want a satisfying and comforting meal. This 20-minute Halloumi Curry is delicious, healthy and simple.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 768kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 g Halloumi Cut into 1-2 cm cubes
  • 2 tbsp Cornflour
  • 2 tbsp Sunflower oil
  • 1 Onion Halved and sliced
  • 300 g Broccoli 1 head, cut into small florets
  • 3 tbsp Curry paste of your choice
  • 400 g Coconut Milk 1 can
  • 400 g Chickpeas Drained and rinsed

To serve:

  • Naan bread

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix the halloumi with the cornflour and toss well to coat.
  • Heat the oil in large frying pan over a high heat and add the cheese cubes.
  • Cook over a high heat for 5 minutes until nicely coloured all over.
  • Remove from the frying pan and set aside on a plate. Add the onion and broccoli to the empty pan (if your pan is not non stick you may need to add a little more oil here).
  • Cook for 5 minutes until they are starting to soften.
  • Add the curry paste and stir for 1 minute.
  • Next, add the coconut milk and chickpeas and bring to a simmer for 10 minutes until everything is mixed and the chickpeas are hot and the broccoli is cooked through.
  • Add the halloumi back to the pan and stir.
  • Serve with naan bread.

Notes

Veggies: You could vary this recipe a bit and use different vegetables. Cauliflower and spinach would be a good alternative here.
To make meaty: Switch the halloumi to 450g chicken breast chunks for a different version.
Coconut milk: You could use a half fat coconut milk if you would rather but it won’t be quite as rich and creamy.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 768kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 1617mg | Potassium: 568mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2267IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 1356mg | Iron: 4mg

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Crustless Quiche {Easy Vegetarian Recipe} https://www.tamingtwins.com/vegetarian-crustless-quiche/ https://www.tamingtwins.com/vegetarian-crustless-quiche/#comments Thu, 12 Jul 2018 18:30:59 +0000 https://www.tamingtwins.com/?p=7903

This vegetarian Crustless Quiche recipe is healthy, delicious and SO easy to make. It’s perfect for a light vegetarian family…

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This vegetarian Crustless Quiche recipe is healthy, delicious and SO easy to make. It’s perfect for a light vegetarian family meal, sliced for a packed lunch or picnic, or even as a brunch dish.

Recipe for Crustless Quiche with vegetables and cheesy filling.

This Crustless Quiche feels like a cheese topped mega treat, but served with salad (or new potatoes for dinner), it still makes a really light and fresh meal. 

It’s packed with protein and veggies too, all of the good stuff in one place.

A no-pastry vegetarian quiche recipe is such a good basic go-to meal as you can vary the fillings to fit with any veggies you have in the fridge or freezer, as well as surplus eggs, so it’s a great way of avoiding wasting food.

I’ve used broccoli and peas in this dish because they go so well with the eggs and cheese, but you can really choose whatever you prefer (see below for some more filling ideas).


Why you’ll love this Crustless Quiche recipe

⭐ Cheap and simple ingredients

⭐ Tastes like it shouldn’t be this healthy!

⭐ Perfect for family mealtime or entertaining dish


Slices of crustless quiche with vegetable and cheese filling.

How we came up with this recipe

I wanted to adapt my lunchbox Mini Crustless Quiches recipe so we could enjoy it as a full meal, albeit with sliceable leftovers for packed lunches if needed. 

I realised just how easy, healthy and delicious a crustless quiche could be, and that it serves as so many different types of meal (brunch, lunch, dinner, picnic, buffet dish…)

Not only that, it’s also a fantastic way of using up surplus food, making it super budget friendly

I tested this plenty of times to get the flavours and consistency just right and effort low, making sure we could simply add some cooked vegetables into the dish, pour the egg mixture over the top and leave on its own to bake

I hope you love it!


Crustless Quiche Ingredients Notes

  • Broccoli – We’re going to chop this into bite-sized florets. Make sure you do the same with any other veggies to add
  • Onion – You can either chop a fresh onion up or use the equivalent quantity in frozen, pre-chopped onion for speed
  • Eggs – I always use medium, free range in my recipes so bear this in mind when thinking about quantities 
  • Cheese – Try and use something that has plenty of flavour, like cheddar, but you can go with your favourite. This should be grated for even distribution

How to make Crustless Quiche

  1. Soften the onions in oil in a frying pan, then add the broccoli for 4-5 minutes, followed by the peas for a further 3 minutes.
  2. Once softened, add the veggies into a shallow dish. 
  3. Beat the eggs and pour over the vegetables. Sprinkle cheese over and season. 
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes in a preheated oven at 180C. Leave to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Hint: The cooked quiche should be cooked through but still a little wobbly.


Other filling options

You can get really experimental here and avoid being too precious. 

  • This recipe is a win for using up whatever you have left over, so just go for it! I love anything with onions. 
  • Peas, mint and feta cheese go really well together, as does spinach and feta (which is more like a crustless Spanakopita quiche).
  • You can also add in meat if you like.

Leftovers

In the fridge You can keep this recipe in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat fully before serving or enjoy it cold.

In the freezer This recipe freezes well. Just wait until it’s totally cold, wrap it up well and then put into a freezer proof container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly before reheating in the microwave or eat it cold.

Top tipS

Dish

You’ll need quite a shallow dish for this. Make sure it’s not too big or your quiche will be flat. I like this 25cm Pyrex pie dish from Amazon.

Leave to cool

It’s best to leave the quiche to cool for 5 mins before cutting it as it will be much easier to slice.

Make ahead of time

Cold Crustless Quiche makes a brilliant packed lunch dish. Just allow it to cool fully, wrap it well and then store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

More Brunch recipe ideas…

FAQs

Is there a difference between a Crustless Quiche and a Frittata?

They can often have very similar ingredients, but traditionally a frittata would be cooked in a frying pan on the hob and finished under the grill, whereas a quiche is cooked in the oven.

Try my Smoked Salmon and Broccoli Frittata!

Is this a healthy quiche recipe?

Traditional quiches have a pastry base, which is packed with fats, and often the fillings are laden with heavy or double cream, which also adds to the calorie count. 

Seeing as a Crustless Quiche omits the pastry and cream, plus has loads of vegetables, this is a lighter alternative.

Can I make a Crustless Quiche with meat?

Yes, you can add in meat if you don’t mind the quiche not being vegetarian. How about bacon and mushroom? Or pea and ham? You can also mix up the type of cheese you use too.

How about other easy vegetarian meals?

I have lots! Try my 15 minute Halloumi Burger recipe, my super simple Chickpea Curry or one pan Tomato Pasta

Find more veggie recipes here.

Is this a gluten free recipe?

Yes, this is a gluten free quiche recipe.

Let me know how you got on and what you thought of these recipes. Please rate the recipe using the ⭐ below.

Also I’d LOVE to see your cooking creations. If you’d like to share yours with me, you can tag me on Instagram (@tamingtwins).

Slices of cooked crustless quiche.
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Crustless Quiche {Easy Vegetarian Recipe}

This an easy and delicious Crustless Quiche recipe. Quick, simple and healthy, this vegetarian recipe is also gluten free and low carb (if that's your thing). This recipe makes a brilliant dinner, packed lunch or brunch dish.
Course Lunch
Cuisine Family Food
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 355kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 1 Onion Peeled and chopped
  • 300 g Broccoli Cut into florets
  • 150 g Peas
  • 8 Eggs Beaten
  • 150 g Cheese Grated
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh chives to garnish Optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180C/350F.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 3 or 4 minutes until starting to soften.
  • Add the broccoli and cook for a further 4 or 5 minutes until that is starting to soften too.
  • Add the peas and cook for a further 3 minutes.
  • Put the vegetables into a shallow dish and pour over the beaten eggs.
  • Sprinkle over the cheese and plenty of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the quiche is cooked through but is still a little wobbly.
  • Leave to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Dish: You’ll need quite a shallow dish for this. Make sure it’s not too big or your quiche will be flat. I like this 25cm Pyrex pie dish from Amazon.
Leave to cool: It’s best to leave the quiche to cool for 5 mins before cutting it as it will be much easier to slice.
Make ahead of time: Cold Crustless Quiche makes a brilliant packed lunch dish. Just allow it to cool fully, wrap it well and then store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Other filling options: You can get really experimental here. Peas, mint and feta cheese go really well together, as does spinach and feta. You can also add in meat if you like.
Freezable and gluten free: This recipe can be frozen, well wrapped, for up to 3 months. It is a gluten free quiche recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 365mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 519mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1606IU | Vitamin C: 84mg | Calcium: 365mg | Iron: 3mg

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