Protein quiche

A baked savoury pie topped with mushrooms sits on a wooden board; a slice is served on a red plate with salad leaves and a strawberry. A bottle of oil is in the background.

This quiche is a high-protein staple that’s as simple as it is satisfying—perfect for meal prep or a weekend brunch with friends.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 cup
    cooked chickpeas
  • 3 tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 tbsp
    wheat flour
  • 2 tsp
    salt

Filling

  • 500 g
    firm tofu
  • 250 g
    Portobello mushrooms sliced
  • 1
    onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 tbsp
    nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • ½ tsp
    nutmeg
  • 2 tsp
    salt

Instructions

  1. Blend all pastry ingredients in a food processor. Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the fridge.
  2. Sauté the onion and mushrooms in a pan until tender; set aside.
  3. Blend the tofu, olive oil, nutritional yeast, and spices in the food processor until smooth and creamy.
  4. Press the pastry into a springform tin and bake at 180°C for 15 minutes.
  5. Layer the sautéed mushrooms onto the base, pour the tofu cream on top, and bake for another 20 minutes.
  6. Serve with a fresh green salad and tomatoes!

Notes

Craving more plant-powered dishes? 

The Youth Board Cookbook, developed by ProVeg’s global network of young changemakers, is packed with recipes, stories and cultural insights from around the world. 

Download the full version here

About the author

Juliana Basso

@juubasso

Tags

Courses: Lunch, Side Dish
Others: High protein
Keywords: Youth Board Cookbook

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