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Cheesy Chorizo and Pepper Quiche recipe
A golden, savoury quiche packed with smoky chorizo, sweet red onion and green pepper, bound in a rich egg filling. Finished with melted cheese for a comforting dish that works brilliantly for lunch or a light dinner.
55 min · Medium · French Jump to method
Ingredients
- 150g Chorizo
- 4 Eggs
- 1 Red onion
- 1 Green pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 20g Spread
- 1 Shortcrust pastry case
- 100ml Milk
- 100g Cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 474 kcal |
| Protein | 14.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23.8 g |
| Fat | 34.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 13.9 g |
| Fibre | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 2.6 g |
| Sodium | 942 mg |
Why this works
Rich and savoury, this quiche is high in energy, saturated fat and sodium, with a moderate protein content from eggs, cheese and chorizo.
Protein from eggs, cheese and chorizo. Provides a moderate amount of protein to support satiety, but it is not especially protein-dense for the calories.
Sodium is relatively high. Chorizo, cheddar and the added salt make this a salty dish, which may be less suitable for those watching blood pressure.
Saturated fat is high. Cheddar, pastry and chorizo contribute significant saturated fat, so this is best enjoyed occasionally rather than as an everyday meal.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (Fan 170°C, 374°F, Gas Mark 5) and place a 23 cm quiche tin on a baking tray.
- Heat the spread in a frying pan, then soften the red onion and green pepper for 5 minutes until starting to colour.
- Add the garlic and chorizo, and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the chorizo releases its oils and smells fragrant.
- If using a pastry case, line the tin with it and prick the base. Spoon in the chorizo, onion and pepper mixture evenly.
- Whisk the eggs with a little milk, seasoning with salt and black pepper if available, then pour over the filling.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the quiche is set in the middle and deeply golden on top. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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