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With creamy feta, tender spinach, a flaky crust, and a lightened-up filling, this is a quick and easy Spinach Quiche that welcomes second servings.

slice of Italian spinach quiche without heavy cream on a plate with a bite removed on a fork

Why You’ll Love This Spinach Quiche Recipe

  • Master of Flexibility. Quiche is one of the foods I turn to most, especially this spinach quiche (and my Easy Quiche). Few foods can flow so effortlessly between a quick early morning breakfast, lazy Sunday brunch, light-yet-satisfying weekday lunch, AND family dinner.
  • It Will Rise to the Occasion. This stunning spinach feta quiche is an ideal addition to your next social gathering, a special family weekend, or a holiday feast. It’s pretty enough to stand alone but lean enough to allow you to fill your plate with other dishes too (like a side of Fruit Salad and Baked Bacon).
  • Healthy AND Delicious. As with my Broccoli Quiche and Pesto Quiche, this recipe bridges the gap between nutritious and delicious. It’s loaded with vegetables and protein-packed eggs and Greek yogurt. Thanks to creamy feta and flaky crust, it tastes like more of an indulgence than it is.
quick and easy spinach and feta quiche in a pie dish with crust

5 Star Review

“This recipe is delightful. My picky eaters even loved it.”

— Mary —

How to Make The Best Spinach Quiche

The Ingredients

  • Pie Crust. You can make a homemade crust (I love this easy Whole Wheat Pie Crust and Oil Pie Crust) or keep it simple with a store-bought crust.
  • Spinach. With iron, vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and calcium, spinach packs this quiche with a plethora of nutrients and pairs perfectly with the sweet leeks and tangy feta. (For an extra serving of greens, serve the quiche with small glasses of Blueberry Spinach Smoothie.)
  • Leeks. A mild, sweet onion, leeks lend themselves to a variety of dishes. In this healthy spinach quiche, sautéed leeks melt beautifully into a fluffy egg filling, where their gentle flavor shines. Check out my guide on how to cut and clean leeks.

Market Swap

If you are preparing this quiche for someone who doesn’t enjoy onions of any kind you may omit the leeks and swap them for extra spinach. Try adding minced garlic to build back some of the flavor.

  • Feta. Lends the filling just the right amount of rich and creamy cheese goodness.

Substitution Tip

If you don’t enjoy feta, you could swap it for goat cheese, Swiss cheese, or mozzarella.

  • Eggs. A combination of whole eggs and egg whites makes this one of the loveliest quiches I’ve ever tasted. It’s light but has enough heft not to be mistaken for an Egg White Frittata.
  • Greek Yogurt. My swap that turns this typically decadent brunch recipe into a healthy spinach quiche without heavy cream. The Greek yogurt cuts fat and calories while keeping the custard filling rich and moist.
  • Milk. You can use any kind you like. I opt for nonfat, but low-fat or whole milk also work. For a super rich quiche, use half-and-half.

The Directions

  1. Blind Bake the Crust. Bake until lightly golden, remove, and let cool.
a mixture of creamed spinach in a pan
  1. Sauté the Vegetables. Cook until the spinach has just wilted.
beaten eggs with milk in a mixing bowl
  1. Whisk the Egg Mixture. Make sure to use a bowl that’s big enough for whisking.
cooked spinach with feta in an empty pie shell
  1. Assemble the Quiche. Add the spinach mixture and feta.
a unbaked pie crust filled with eggs, spinach and feta ready to bake
  1. Bake. Pour in the egg mixture. Bake spinach quiche at 350 degrees F for 45 to 55 minutes. ENJOY!

Recipe Variations

  • Gluten Free Spinach Quiche. You can make this spinach quiche gluten free by using your favorite store-bought gluten-free pie crust or homemade recipe.
  • Spinach Quiche without Leeks. If you’re not a fan of leeks, you can simply omit them from the recipe. For added flavor, saute the spinach with a few cloves garlic instead.
  • Spinach and Mushroom Quiche Recipe. Add some cooked, chopped mushrooms with the spinach and leeks. If your sauteed mushrooms are liquidy, blot them dry first. (Try my Sautéed Mushrooms.)
  • Roasted Garlic Spinach Quiche. Add a few cloves of chopped Roasted Garlic with the spinach and leeks.
  • Ham Spinach Quiche. Add some diced, cooked ham with the spinach and leeks.
Spinach Quiche with fresh spinach and feta in a pie dish cut into slices

Storage Tips

  • To Store. Refrigerate leftover quiche in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • To Reheat. Rewarm quiche in a pie dish in the oven at 350 degrees F or in the microwave until heated through.
  • To Freeze. Spinach quiche can be frozen. Freeze leftovers in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Meal Prep Tip

  • To prep ahead, saute the spinach and leeks up to 1 day in advance and store in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Prebake the crust up to 3 days in advance, and store it in the refrigerator until ready to fill and bake.
  • You can also prepare the entire quiche ahead of time. Bake as directed and store it (covered in aluminum foil or plastic wrap) in the refrigerator up to 1 day in advance, or freeze it for up to 3 months. If frozen, let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Spinach Feta Quiche with Leeks on a plate

What to Serve With Spinach Quiche

easy spinach quiche with milk on a plate with a fork
  • Everyday Skillet. For sautéing the leeks and spinach before filling the quiche crust.
  • 9-inch Pie Dish. I love this pie plate for savory quiche recipes and sweet pie recipes, like my Grammy’s Lemon Cream Pie.
  • Mini Whisk. This little whisk is not only cute as a button, but it’s functional too. I never knew I needed a tiny whisk in my life until I purchased one.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

  • Use Fresh Spinach. I recommend avoiding frozen spinach for this recipe, as it will release more liquid and might cause the quiche to be watery. This recipe shows how to cook spinach without it getting soggy, so it will also hold up better (and taste better!) during baking than frozen.
  • Prebake the Crust. Whatever you do, don’t skip the blind baking step! If the crust isn’t pre-baked, it’s much more likely to become soggy on bottom. We want the crust to be flaky and crisp instead.
  • Dress it Up. We’ve found this quiche to be a stunner all on its own, but you can certainly dress it up with toppings for an even more elevated look. Try crumbled, cooked bacon, fresh herbs, slices of fresh tomatoes, or chopped green onions.

Spinach Quiche

4.78 from 18 votes
This quick and easy spinach quiche with feta and leeks is perfect for brunch. Made with Greek yogurt and without heavy cream. Healthy!

Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 50 minutes
Total: 1 hour 35 minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Whole Wheat Pie Crust  or your favorite pie crust dough
  • 1 tablespoon  extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup leeks white and light green parts only (about 1 small leek)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 3/4 cup non-fat milk
  • 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4  teaspoon  kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • cup  reduced-fat feta cheese crumbled (4 ounces)

Instructions
 

  • Parbake the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a well-floured surface. Working from the center, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle, then transfer it to an ungreased 9″ pie dish. With a fork, pierce rows of holes in the bottom and sides of the dough, about 1 inch apart. Bake until the crust is lightly golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Prepare the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the leeks and sauté for 5 minutes, until tender. Add the spinach and sauté for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, milk, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Spoon the spinach and leek mixture into the bottom of the crust, then sprinkle the feta over the top.
  • Gently pour in the egg mixture.
  • Bake the quiche for 45 to 55 minutes, until eggs are set in the center and puffed slightly and the crust is golden brown. Let the quiche cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

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Notes

  • TO MAKE AHEAD: Sauté the spinach and leeks up to 1 day in advance and store in the refrigerator overnight. Prebake the crust up to 3 days in advance, and store it in the refrigerator. You can also prepare the entire quiche ahead of time. Bake as directed and store it, covered, in the refrigerator up to 1 day in advance, or freeze it for up to 3 months. If frozen, let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • TO STORE: Refrigerate leftover quiche in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Rewarm quiche in a pie dish in the oven at 350°F or in the microwave until heated through.
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze leftovers in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to. 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice (of 6)Calories: 341kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 21gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 146mgPotassium: 842mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 11583IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 201mgIron: 5mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is My Spinach Quiche Watery? 

A few things can cause a quiche to be watery. With a spinach quiche, not sautéing the spinach properly before adding it to the quiche can cause excess water to be released from the leaves while baking. Overcooking the eggs can also make a quiche watery. Eggs contain proteins that coagulate in the oven to make the quiche set. However, when overcooked the proteins will begin to force water out of the eggs and make the quiche watery.

How Do You Keep the Bottom Crust of a Quiche from Getting Soggy?

Parbaking (or blind-baking) the pie crust BEFORE adding the filling is key to preventing your quiche from developing a dreaded soggy bottom.

What is the Secret to Good Quiche?

Getting the ratio of the filling just right is key to a great quiche. This means using the proper ratio of eggs to milk to get that perfect light, custardy texture AND using just the right amount of mix-ins that feel substantial but don’t overpower the eggs. Blind-baking the crust to avoid a soggy bottom is also critical to baking a good quiche.

Can I Make Crustless Spinach Quiche?

I haven’t tried making this specific recipe without a crust, but I do think you could adapt my Crustless Quiche recipe to match the flavor profile of this quiche.

Does Spinach Need to Be Cooked Before Adding to Quiche?

To keep the quiche from becoming watery, spinach should be cooked before adding it to quiche. Cooking the spinach first allows it to release some of its liquid and build flavor. In general, you should pre-cook vegetables for quiche to get a richer flavor and ensure the quiche is not soggy or watery.

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  1. Hi Erin.  I can’t wait to try this quiche.  It sounds delicious!!  I was just wondering, though, will the phyllo crust hold up when you cut the quiche up to serve it?  Thanks

    1. Great question Jeannie! The crust cuts surprisingly well. I was a little worried it would be a mess  when I was testing the recipe, and while some does break off, it holds together fairly well. The few broken flakes we just ate by themselves :) They are so yummy!

    1. Hi Kate! Details in the recipe ingredient list :) You’ll need about 10 sheets. One pack from the freezer section should be plenty.

  2. Just came across this delish recipe. Could this be made ahead of time? Either partially cook, keep in refg and finish baking the next  day?

    1. Hi Amy, I haven’t tried making this one ahead. Standard quiche works really well to make ahead (I offer some tips here). The phyllo is pretty fragile though, so I think that it be more likely to break and is probably better to make day of. If you’d like to fully bake and freeze the quiche, I’d use a standard pie crust. Hope that helps!

      1. Erin,
        You are such a doll to reply so quickly, thank you so much. I look forward to following your blog and trying your delicious recipes.

  3. Thank you for a wonderful recipe, Erin!! My husband and I aren’t a fan of anything onion related, so I left out the leeks and sauteed the spinach with a couple of cloves of garlic instead and it was soooo delicious. The texture of the filling was simply perfect, good call on the Greek yogurt! :) I’m already thinking about when I can make this again… soon!5 stars

    1. Kristin, I’m happy to hear the recipe was a winner! Thanks so much for sharing your review and tweaks!

  4. Had this at a friends house today. Had to find the recipe and make it for myself. She gave me leftovers, so will have to wait a few days. But, believe me I’ll add this to my regular specialty dishes when I go to a special event where I’m asked to bring a main/side dish5 stars

  5. I’ve never worked with phyllo dough (although I’ve eaten my fair share of Spanakopita). So my question is 1) do you have a favorite brand and size? I’ve seen 2 sizes (14″x18″ & 12″x17″). Thank you. Can’t wait to make this.

    1. Jill, I don’t have a strict preference for either. I think either size will work for this. Maybe the 14×18 so it fits over the pie dish more easily? If you try it, I’d love to hear how it goes!

  6. I posted a pic on Twitter. This recipe is delightful. My picky eaters even loved it. I did add garlic to spinach mixture, and oregano to the egg mixture. Very savory. I look forward to trying more recipes! My husband is a veg , so any recommendations would be appreciated!5 stars

    1. I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Mary! Thank you for sharing this kind review! I’d recommend checking out my vegetarian recipes for other ideas.

  7. If I have plain yogurt and not Greek yogurt ? Do I need to reduce the milk liquid down? Looking forward to make the recipe

    1. Hi Faye! I’ve only tested the recipe with Greek yogurt, but I think regular yogurt would work fine as a swap. I hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it!

    1. Hi Tracy! Another reader has made this exact change with success. I hope you enjoy it too!

    1. Hi Kisha! I haven’t tried it with this quiche recipe but have with others, so it should work. If you decide to experiment, let me know how it goes!

  8. Made this for post holiday gathering for a vegetarian option for guests – did the spinach / mushroom /garlic combo ( as didn’t have leeks). Topped with green onions as mentioned – even the non vegetarians enjoyed!! Only complaint was should have made 2 !!! So delicious !!! Will definitely make again! And the ability to prep stages in advance helped to manage the menu for the day with the multiple food prep required5 stars