Asparagus Quiche with goat cheese

This savory quiche made with asparagus and tangy goat cheese is a true celebration of springtime flavors!

Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to embrace the season with its signature veggie, Asparagus?  Its vibrant green color and delicate flavor, take center stage in this quiche, adding a touch of elegance and freshness to every bite. The creamy richness of goat cheese and the subtle onion-like flavor of chives pair perfect with the slightly earthy, and nutty taste of asparagus

Homemade crust

This quiche is all about the homemade crust that serves as the foundation for all the delicious flavors. While store-bought crusts may suffice in a pinch, there's something truly special about taking the time to make your own from scratch. With just a few simple ingredients – flour, butter, salt, and water – you can create a crust that is flaky, buttery, and utterly irresistible.

How to prepare the filling?

Once the crust is prepared, it's time to focus on the filling. Whisk together eggs and crème fraiche until smooth and creamy. Chop the chives and add these to the mixture. The chives will add an onion-like flavor. Add as much as you would like to give it more spice. Season with pepper and salt. Then place the star ingredients: tender asparagus and crumbled goat cheese to the quiche crust. Don’t forget to first rinse the asparagus and chop off the ends. Crumble the goat cheese on top of the asparagus and then pour the egg mixture on top.

A Dish for Any Occasion

Whether served warm or at room temperature, this Asparagus Quiche with Goat Cheese is a dish that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it as a light lunch or dinner paired with a crisp green salad, or serve it as part of a brunch. It also makes for an elegant appetizer when sliced into bite-sized portions and served at parties or gatherings.

Asparagus Quiche with Goat Cheese

This dish is perfect for a spring brunch!

Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 35 mins
Rest time: 30 mins
Total time: 1 hr, 20 mins

Servings: 8
Course: Lunch/Diner
Cuisine: French

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 250 grams all purpose flour
  
• 125 grams butter softened (leave it out the fridge for 30 min)
  
• 1 egg yolk
  
• 40 ml water
  

• pinch of salt
  
  For the filling:
  

• asparagus
  

• 200 ml crème fraîche
  
• 5 eggs
  
• goat cheese
  
• pepper and salt
  
• chives
  

Instructions:

1. Leave the butter outside the fridge to soften 30 minutes to 1 hour before starting. Cut in squares. Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl with your hands. Knead well, even punch it a few times until you have a small ball out of dough. Wrap it in plastic foil and leave it in the fridge for 30 minutes. You can also make the dough ahead, even 1 or 2 days, but if you do, take it out of the fridge at least 1 hour before you start cooking. It will harden in the fridge and needs to get really soft before use.
   
   
2. Grease the quiche mold with butter or use parchment paper. Roll the dough into a round shape that fits in the quiche mold and also the sides. When you add the dough to the mold, make sure to press into all the corners of the mold. This way you will create a beautiful border. Make small holes in the bottom with a fork.
   
   
3. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C (hot air). Rinse the asparagus and cut off the ends. Add the asparagus to the quiche and place them like you wish. You can either keep them whole or cut them into smaller pieces.
   
   
4. Mix the 5 eggs with the crème fraiche in a bowl. Chop the chives, use as much as you wish and add to the egg mixture. Season with pepper and salt.
   
   
5. Crumble the goat cheese on top of the asparagus, depending how much goat cheese fan you are, add as much as you like. Finish with pouring the egg mixture on top. Transfer the quiche into the center of the oven and bake for about 35 minutues until the crust colors golden brown.