Fontina and mushroom quiche
Fontina and mushroom quiche is a savory, custard-based tart originating from France, featuring a flaky pastry crust filled with a creamy egg mixture, melted Fontina cheese, and sautéed mushrooms. It's a popular brunch or light dinner dish that highlights the rich, nutty flavor of Fontina paired with the earthiness of mushrooms.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in fat and calories due to the pastry crust, cheese, and cream-based custard, with a moderate amount of protein from the eggs and cheese. A single serving can range from 400-600 calories and provides calcium, vitamin D, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 520 mg |
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, quiche evolved from medieval German 'Kuchen' but became a symbol of French cuisine, with Fontina adding an Italian alpine twist. Nutritionally, the mushrooms offer a good source of selenium and antioxidants, while the Fontina provides a more digestible fat profile compared to harder cheeses.
