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Crustless Kale Artichoke Ricotta Quiche - Healthy Baking

This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and artichoke are packed with flavor and nutrition.

This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Crustless Quiche, Kale, Artichoke, Ricotta, Baking from scratch

I am a huge fan of kale and artichokes but unfortunately, my husband and kids usually don't warm up to them unless in a quiche. We as a family love quiche and my kids will eat anything I put in a quiche. Yes!! as long as it's quiche! I know!! Well, I do take advantage of that sometimes and put in things they don't fancy.

This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Crustless Quiche, Kale, Artichoke, Ricotta, Baking from scratch

Ingredients and substitutes - (Save/Pin)

  • Kale - I love kale, but you could replace any green leafy veggies like spinach and Swiss chard. A little tip - cut the kale a bit small or it's difficult to cut the quiche into pretty slices.
  • Artichoke - Provides a little bite in the quiche - you can omit or add mushrooms instead.
  • Ricotta - This is often my go to when I want to replace cream in a recipe - it adds body to the liquid so the quiche can hold it's self.
  • Nutmeg - I love adding nutmeg to my quiches - just a little bit of flavor and people keep asking - what is that flavor you added? Trust me!
This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Crustless Quiche, Kale, Artichoke, Ricotta, Baking from scratch

Useful tools and tips

  • The pastry blender is a great tool to have if you plan to make pies often by hand.
  • I love using my food processor to make any kind of pastry. It takes minutes and the butter is evenly distributed giving you a nice uniform bread crumb consistency. Never use an electric mixer as it will cream not pulse the dough.
  • Also, a good set of quiche pans is a good investment if you like baking. There are many good and affordable pans, but I particularly like the ones with high sides, so I have more room for filling and moving around.
  • And, a wooden barrel rolling pin makes for easy rolling, especially when working with pastry.
  • Use a heavy bottom saute pan to caramelize the onions so they brown not burn easily. 
  • Pie weights work great when you need to blind bake a pastry. Although, you can use any baking beans like dried beans.
  • My pie crust shield was a great investment so I don't have to struggle with covering the edges with foil.
  • And, my kitchen timer is one tool I cannot do without. I use it the moment something goes into the oven.
This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Crustless Quiche, Kale, Artichoke, Ricotta, Baking from scratch

How to make a crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche (Save/Pin)

  • Wash clean, pat dry the Kale - then chop fairly small
  • Chop artichokes into thin slices

Saute

  • In a skillet over medium heat saute onion and garlic in oil
  • Add the artichoke - saute a minute
  • Then add the kale - cook another 4  mins.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste
  • Set aside to cool slightly

Prepare the cheese mixture

  • In a mixing bowl add the ricotta and milk. Whisk until smooth
  • Add the flour then the eggs. Whisk well making sure no lumps.
  • Season with salt and pepper

Assemble

  • Preheat the oven at 170 C / 340 F
  • Place the cooked kale artichoke mixture into a pie pan or quiche pan
  • Sprinkle with grated cheddar
  • Evenly pour the ricotta mixture
  • Grate nutmeg and sprinkle the breadcrumbs

Bake

  • Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • The top should look set with a slight jiggle in the middle. It will continue to set as it cools.
  • Let the quiche rest for at least 20 minutes before you cut. A cooled quiche will cut better slices
This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.

Crustless Kale Artichoke Ricotta Quiche

Author: Veena Azmanov
5 from 16 votes
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Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
Calories: 119kcal
Adjust Servings Here: 1 9" Quiche

Description

 This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and artichoke are packed with flavor and nutrition.
ADJUST SERVINGS HERE - 1 9" Quiche

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Kale about 6 to 8 large leaves finely chopped
  • 6 oz Artichoke hearts canned or frozen (about 1/2 can) chopped
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg grated 
  • 1 tbsp Dried breadcrumbs

For the Cheese Mixture 

  • 1 cup (226 g) Ricotta cream cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Milk
  • 1  cup (113 g) Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp Flour
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Instructions

  • Wash clean, pat dry the Kale - then chop fairly small
  • Chop artichokes into thin slices

Saute

  • In a skillet over medium heat saute onion and garlic in oil
  • Add the artichoke - saute a minute
  • Then add the kale - cook another 4  mins.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste
  • Set aside to cool slightly

Prepare the cheese mixture

  • In a mixing bowl add the ricotta and milk. Whisk until smooth
  • Add the flour then the eggs. Whisk well making sure no lumps.
  • Season with salt and pepper

Assemble

  • Preheat the oven at 170 C / 340 F
  • Place the cooked kale artichoke mixture into a pie pan or quiche pan
  • Sprinkle with grated cheddar
  • Evenly pour the ricotta mixture
  • Grate nutmeg and sprinkle the breadcrumbs

Bake

  • Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • The top should look set with a slight jiggle in the middle. It will continue to set as it cools.
  • Let the quiche rest for at least 20 minutes before you cut. A cooled quiche will cut better slices
Nutrition Information
Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 12.7gProtein: 5.9gFat: 5.6gSaturated Fat: 2.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 195mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 2.2gSugar: 5.2gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg

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This is a simple and easy recipe for crustless kale artichoke ricotta quiche. The ricotta is a clever way to skip the extra calories and still provides the thickness needed to make this quiche creamy and melt in the mouth. The kale and and artichoke is packed with flavor and nutrition.

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Veena is the author of three blogs - Veena Azmanov, Cake Decorating Tutorials, and East Indian Recipes.
She writes about cooking, baking, desserts, and cake decorating. Being a professional cake decorator and food blogger for over ten years she has been featured in many online magazines and publications around the world. On her blogs, you will find delicious, easy and practical recipes often with instructional videos and tutorials for the home cook.

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  1. Patrizia

    It is really delicious!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you, Patrizia

      Reply

  2. Elaine

    Where do u add flour didn’t see anything on that

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Hey Elaine. Add the flour and egg together. Then mix to make sure no lumps. Thanks

      Reply

  3. Kirsten @ Treat Yourself Sweeter

    I love, love LOVE kale and ricotta. This seriously is like the perfect dish for after work... keep putting the kale in, more for you 😉 looks delish!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Kirsten. I know what you mean - nothing like coming home to a quick fix meal.

      Reply

  4. Sarah @ TheFitCookie

    I love the idea of adding artichokes to this recipe! We LOVE artichokes in our house, I'll have to try to make some of this quiche for my husband 🙂

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Lucky you Sarah. For us Artichokes is not so easily accepted so I have to sneak it in to quiches lol. We love Broccoli so not complaining lol

      Reply

  5. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy

    Totally love quiche and artichokes. This would be perfect as a brunch or dinner item. Will have to try it soon.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Gloria. Definitely would be perfect for brunch

      Reply

  6. Julia

    Like you I love adding a bit of nutmeg to my quiche! I thought I was the only one! This quiche looks so delicious, healthy and creamy! I add ricotta or cottage cheese also to quiches often

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Great minds think alike Julia. I too add Cottage Cheese or Ricotta.. I like cottage more cause it more creamy

      Reply

  7. Lucy @ Supergoldenbakes

    I don't blame your kids for loving quiche when it's crammed full of goodies like this one. It's a great way to sneak some kale into their diets.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      You said it Lucy. They eat anything quiche..

      Reply

  8. Monica

    Yum, I love a good frittata, which is essentially the same idea as a crustless quiche. It's great that your kids will eat anything you put in a quiche - I hope I can say the same for my son one day! 🙂

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      I know what you mean Monica.. I have some issues with my Rhea too! Not everything works with her..

      Reply

  9. Just Jo

    This is such a good idea - much lower calorie than making a pastry case. And all that cheese will make me happy to eat the kale 😉

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Absolutely Jo.. I love that it is less in calories and yet so creamy

      Reply

  10. Jacqueline (PiperCooks)

    This is a great looking recipe, love the use of ricotta and getting those extra healthy vegetables in there. Nice post!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Jacqueline.. I know what you mean about the veggies...

      Reply

  11. Luci's Morsels

    Yum! What a light and fun meal. The color would also be perfect for St. Patrick's Day!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      It sure would be perfect for St Patrick's day Luci

      Reply

  12. Pretty

    This quiche has got all my favourite things, kale, artichoke and ricotta. Like how you have made it healthy without the crust.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Pretty! yeah we are big on quiche in our family so - no crust is big low on calories

      Reply

  13. Elaine @ Dishes Delish

    Great round up! The only one I couldn't have is the matcha crepes but I bet I could adjust it! I especially love the quiche! They all look delicious!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you Elaine. So happy to hear that. I have to try the Crepe myself -

      Reply

  14. Melissa

    Sounds delicious! I've never tried ricotta in quiche. I will have to try next time!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      It's makes it so creamy Melissa. Thanks

      Reply

  15. kathi @ Laughing Spatula

    I love the addition of Ricotta in this dish! Must kick up the flavor a notch or two....looks delicious!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Kathi.. yeah the Ricotta is a great addition here.

      Reply

  16. Amy

    Yum! I love the flavors in this quiche. I'm also guilty of hiding the veggies in quiches so my kids will eat them, it's hard not to! What a great springtime recipe.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks Amy. yeah I have to do that with only leafy green the other veggies are not a big issue with my kids

      Reply

  17. Tina Marie

    I'm a kale lovers as well. I enjoy making things to "hide" some ingredients and I love the look on my family's face when I tell them what's in it after then have eaten. It's so much fun!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Oh I love that Tina. I usually never make a bit deal of what's inside. Just pretend it's all good

      Reply
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