Description
Healthy, low-carb, and packed with protein, this easy crustless tuna breakfast quiche is the perfect meal prep idea for busy mornings. Gluten-free, dairy-free friendly, and ready in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
3 eggs
½ zucchini, grated
½ carrot, grated
½ onion, grated
1 cup canned tuna, drained
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
3 tbsp cream cheese (use dairy-free if needed)
3 tbsp oats (optional for low carb version, can be omitted)
Salt to taste
½ tsp pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.
Prepare ingredients: Grate zucchini, carrot, and onion. Chop herbs and drain tuna.
Mix: In a bowl, whisk together eggs and cream cheese until smooth. Add in the rest of the ingredients including herbs, veggies, tuna, and season with salt and pepper.
Bake: Line a baking pan or muffin tin with parchment paper or liners. Pour the mixture in and bake for 20 minutes, or until set and golden on top.
Cool & Serve: Allow to cool slightly. Slice and enjoy warm or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
For a low carb version, skip the oats.
Use dairy-free cream cheese to make this recipe completely dairy-free.
Great as a make-ahead breakfast or lunch, and easy to freeze.
Perfect for meal prep and quick protein-packed meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: 2–3 servings or 6 muffin-size mini quiches
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
