Incredible Vegan Zucchini Quiche Recipe

Vegan Zucchini Quiche is the perfect choice for today! Made with a hearty chickpea flour base, this dish is a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner. Try this incredible recipe and surprise your palate—let’s get cooking!

Ingredients for the Vegan Zucchini Quiche:

Crust:

• 1 ½ cups chickpea flour;
• ¾ cup (approx. 120g) rice flour;
• ½ tsp salt;
• ⅓ cup (100ml) water;
• ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil (or vegetable oil).

Filling:

• ¾ cup (100g) raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes);
• 1 ⅔ cups (400ml) water;
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil;
• ½ tsp salt;
• 1 pinch nutmeg.

Topping:

• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil;
• approx. 1 cup (250g) sliced zucchini;
• 1 tomato, diced;
• ¼ tsp salt;
• 1 pinch dried oregano.

How to make Vegan Zucchini Quiche:

1. Start by preparing the crust;
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, and salt;
3. Add the water and oil;
4. Mix until a smooth dough forms;
5. Roll out the dough and press it into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish;
6. Set the prepared crust aside;
7. For the filling: In a blender, process the soaked cashews with the 400ml of water until completely smooth and creamy;
8. Add the olive oil, salt, and nutmeg, and pulse to combine well;
9. In a skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the zucchini and tomato for a few minutes until tender. Season with salt and oregano;
10. Pour the cashew cream into the prepared crust, then arrange the zucchini and tomato slices on top; they will sink slightly but remain visible on the surface;
11. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the quiche is golden brown and firm to the touch;
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

A Quick Tip:

For an even deeper flavor, add a little minced garlic to the cashew filling before baking for that extra special touch.

A Little History:

While quiche is now a staple of French cuisine, its roots are actually German, originating in the medieval Kingdom of Lotharingia. The French later dubbed it “Lorraine.” The word “quiche” itself comes from the German “kuchen,” meaning “cake” or “tart” (Source: Wikipedia).

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