Easy Summer Crustless Vegetable Quiche Recipe (Pashtida)

If you love quiche you will adore crustless vegetable quiche recipes.Though not as creamy as a French quiche, this crustless quiche recipe requires no pie dish or pie crust.  

Also known as baked casseroles, pashtidas are perfect for using up leftover veggies and chunks of cheese lurking in the fridge.  

Unlike a traditional quiche they require no pie crust.

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Pashtida, which is really just another name for an Israeli quiche or casserole, is a great way to make a light dinner.

So grab your favorite casserole dish and don’t worry about making a rich custard, because no heavy cream is required in this crustless vegetable quiche recipe.

With Manservant out of town I decided to give this a try. 

He loves his protein in the form of meat, and this great recipe doesn’t require any, which made it perfect for my dinner. (I eat chicken and fish, but don’t require it for every meal!)

There are countless ways to make this easy recipe, so be prepared for lots of suggestions on how to make this your own.

Why I Fell In Love with Pashtida

Pashtida requires simple ingredients which means this crustless veggie quiche is perfect for Summer.

I love pashtida because it’s so easy to make and so adaptable.

Though the texture of this veggie casserole is more dense than a quiche, I love its golden crust and cheesy interior that can be loaded with your veggies of choice.

There is no wrong way to make this un-traditional quiche.

I spotted the original recipe in this fabulous new cookbook. 

It calls for zucchini.

Not having any, I used sauteed sweet onions and corn, but most any cooked vegetables, meaning sauteed vegetables, will be perfect in this versatile dish.

Think roasted or sauteed cherry tomatoes, red peppers, a handful of baby spinach, perhaps some steamed broccoli or sauteed mushrooms, are exceptional in this un-classic quiche.

This garden vegetable crustless quiche can be made with your favorite cheese and is perfect for the whole family.

Main Ingredients and Substitutions for Crustless Vegetable Quiche Recipes

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Canola Oil, Sunflower Oil or any flavorless oil

Panko-style or Regular Dry Bread Crumbs

Onion- I think onion always adds great flavor to most anything but don’t forget scallions and shallots. 

Corn – well drained or about 2 c of fresh corn- feel free to use any other veggies in 2 cup measurements. You could even add cooked potatoes or sweet potatoes. Zuchinni is popular, in which case use 1 pound of thnily sliced zuchinni that has been cooked completely through.

Salt and  Black Pepper

Whole Eggs – I did not seperate my eggs but if you want a lighter pashtida, whisk the egg whites seperately.

Greek Yogurt – Sour Cream can also be used and next time I think I’ll try cottage cheese or ricotta

Parmesan Cheese, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Gruyere, Hard Greek Cheeses, or your fave

Whole Milk – You could also use 1/2 and 1/2

Flour or gluten free substitute

Herbs such as parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, za’atar and even garlic powder can be use to flavor this crustless vegetable quice recipe.

How To Make Crustless Vegetable Quiche Recipes

Preheat oven to 350 with rack in the upper third of the oven.

Grease a 9″ pie pan or your favorite baking dish with cooking spray and then sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat.

Add the onion or any of your favorite summer vegetables totalling about 4-5 cups and cook until softened.

(Or use cooked leftovers.)

Let cooked veggies cool while preparing the egg mixture.

In a large bowl, stir together the eggs (whip the egg whites seperately if you want this lighter), yogurt or sour cream, 1/2 c of grated cheese and milk until smooth.

Stir in the flour and then season with salt, pepper and other herbs and spices.

​Now add in the cooled veggies and pour/scrape into the prepared baking dish.

​I added slices of halloumi to the top of the quiche or you could just sprinkle with remaining 2 T of cheese and a few breadcrumbs.

Place in preheated oven and bake until firm and golden brown.

​Pashtida can be served after cooling a few minutes or serve at room temperature.

FAQ’s

What to Serve with Pashtida

Serve with an easy salad and perhaps some artisan bread on the side, this crustless quiche can easily be dinner tonight.

Honestly? With a fruit salad this may also become one of my favorite brunch recipes.

Serve with extra vegetables such as grilled asparagus or eggplant.

You could serve this with bacon (horrors) if you don’t follow dietary laws.

I encourage you to try this crustless vegetable quiche recipe or casserole and come up with a great option that works for you.

I know some of you may miss that flaky crust but frankly, in the summer I much prefer to keep it simple. 

Find your favorite ingredients and play around.

You just may find that crustless vegetable quiche recipes become a standard in your kitchen.

More Vegetable Casseroles

Baked Corn Casserole

Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Zucchini Kugel

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