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Crustless Kale & Sweet Potato Mini Quiches – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Crustless Kale & Sweet Potato Mini Quiches

These Crustless Kale & Sweet Potato Mini Quiches are the perfect, bite-sized addition to your next brunch or party. Each bite is bursting with savory roasted sweet potato and leeks, nestled in a clever 'crust' made from tender kale leaves.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 mini quiche
Calories: 68

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large kale leaves, stalk ends trimmed
  • ½ lb (225 g / 7.9 oz) sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 small)
  • 1 leek, white and light green parts only, washed and thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 5 egg whites
  • 2 cups (480 ml) low-fat milk
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) pesto of your choice
  • For a cheesy twist, sprinkle a little crumbled feta, goat cheese, or grated Parmesan into the cups before adding the egg mixture.
  • These quiches are perfect for meal prep! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or a toaster oven.
  • Feel free to swap the veggies! Roasted mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach (squeezed dry) would all be delicious substitutes.
  • To ensure the quiches are fully cooked, insert a knife into the center of one. If it comes out clean, they're ready.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C.
  2. Arrange the kale leaves in a single layer on two baking sheets and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  3. Bake until the leaves are soft but not yet crisp, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from the oven and set aside. 2. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F / 200°C. On one of the baking sheets, combine the diced sweet potato and sliced leeks.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  6. Spread in a single layer. 3.
  7. Roast the vegetables for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring once, until they are golden brown and tender. 4.
  8. While the vegetables roast, whisk together the whole eggs, egg whites, milk, pesto, and another pinch of salt and pepper in a large bowl. 5.
  9. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with the baked kale leaves, creating a cup-like liner. Allow the tops of the leaves to stick out about 2 inches above the rim. 6.
  10. Divide the roasted sweet potato and leek mixture evenly among the 12 kale-lined cups. 7. Carefully pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling them almost to the top.
  11. Place the muffin pan on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills. 8.
  12. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the quiches are puffed, set, and cooked through. 9.
  13. Let the quiches cool in the pan for a few minutes. To remove, run a small knife around the edges to loosen, then gently lift them out.
  14. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 2g

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