Asparagus and Mushroom Quiche
Asparagus and Mushroom Quiche is a savory baked dish featuring a flaky pastry crust filled with a creamy egg custard, tender asparagus spears, and earthy mushrooms. Originating from France, it's a classic example of a quiche, often served for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in fat and protein from the eggs, cheese, and cream, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the pastry crust. It provides key nutrients like vitamin K from asparagus, B vitamins, and selenium from mushrooms, with a typical serving containing around 300-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin K | 45 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 80 mcg DFE |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.2 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, quiche became a symbol of sophisticated yet accessible home cooking in the 20th century, especially in the United States. Nutritionally, the combination of asparagus and mushrooms offers a good mix of fiber, antioxidants, and umami flavor without relying on meat.
