Zucchini & Squash Quiche with Bacon and Mozzarella
Serving: 8 Slices
Ingredients
1 Frozen pie crust
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 Cups (1/8-inch thick) slices yellow squash
2 Cups (1/8- inch think) slices zucchini
1/4 Cup chopped shallots
1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme
1 Cup skim milk
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 Slices low sodium bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 Cup egg white beaters
3/4 Cup original egg beaters
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. prepare prepackaged pie crust according to directions on the box
2. to prepare the filling, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add squash, zucchini, shallots, and thyme; saute for 5 minutes or until squash and zucchini are tender, stirring frequently. Cool the squash mixture slightly.
3. Combine 1 cup of milk and the next ingredients (through eggs) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Arrange squash mixture evenly over crust, and sprinkle with 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Pour the egg mixture over cheese. Bake at 350 degree Fahrenheit for 40 minutes or until filling is set. Cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 204
Carbs: 46
Total Fat: 84
Saturated Fat: 30
Protein: 46
Sodium: 314
Cholesterol:10