Quinoa Crust Quiche

6 Steps to complete

• 1
  Preheat a conventional oven 375°F.
• 2
  Crust: In a small saucepan add water and rinsed quinoa. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 12-15 minutes or until all of the water has evaporated. Remove the saucepan from heat. Uncover and let stand until cool, about 5 minutes. Combine Cotija cheese with quinoa in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• 3
  Spray a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray and press the quinoa mixture evenly into the bottom and all the way up the sides of the pie plate. Bake for 12 minutes, until just golden brown and starting to crisp. Remove when done.
• 4
  Quiche: Preheat medium cast iron skillet on high heat for 2 minutes. Add oil, cauliflower florets, and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Mix in mushrooms and sauté for 1 minute. Add garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Set aside.
• 5
  Cheese: Brake Queso Fresco Cheese in half, then into medium-size chunks. Set aside.
• 6
  Mix eggs, sour cream, Chihuahua® cheese, and vegetable mixture in a medium bowl until well combined. Pour over crust. Top with Queso Fresco Cheese and 2 sprigs of thyme. Bake quiche for 30 minutes, until filling is set. Let cool for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and enjoy!