This crustless asparagus quiche is one of the easiest meals to make, it makes a perfect and easy vegetarian meal. Enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, a delicious way to eat more veggies. 
Asparagus is currently in full season and splendor so, let's eat as much asparagus as possible. Here in England, its season is relatively short-lived starting around the end of April and ending around late in June so it is fairly short, thus really need to enjoy it while it lasts, after all, it tastes better and is a lot sweeter when eaten in season.
Asparagus quiche
Asparagus is such an amazing veggie, for me ticks all the boxes and I can easily declare it as being my favorite spring vegetable.
Immediately after making this declaration, I have to make a confession too. We love egg bakes to the point of addiction 
or if not quite there yet, definitely on the edge of becoming egg addicts
Anything with eggs and loads of eggs will do. Well, in my defense.... eggs are good for us, right?
My most critical judges have passed it raising quite a few thumbs up, the max number they could have raised. And that was very pleasing.
We do eat a lot of eggs and I also make these cute quiche-type cupcake omelets or these baked broccoli and cheese omelets for breakfast quite often, especially at the weekends. Weekends tend to offer a little more time but truthfully, the only time you need to make this quiche is quite a short one to prepare like the rest is the oven that does all the work.
Variations
I have to say I've never dared or even thought of adding halloumi cheese in quiche before till not so long ago when I thought of trying it and guess what, it came out so nice. A treat.
I often prepare the ingredients the evening before and make the quiche in the morning- the truth is...I go to work a happy person, I can tell you that to the extent of being asked what I am on and my answer is short and easy .... EGGS!
The addition of sesame seeds is such a great one here and that was an instantaneous decision - very happy with that. It gives it that 'Je-ne-sais-quoi' but now you know what it is.
Yes, occasionally I use a pastry crust but most of the time I try and cut some calories. I find they come as an unnecessary addition to my diet so it really depends on the occasion and how we feel at that time. With a proper crust, a little filo like this or no crust and no filo at all, it is a delicious breakfast or brunch choice.
Have you seen the crust-in delicious quiche recipe? That is soo yummy and slightly different, check it out.
Substitutes
- You don't like asparagus? Not an issue, you can replace it with broccoli or broccolini florets, spinach, Swiss chard, spring greens, cherry tomatoes, peppers or any veggies you may like.
- Other alternatives in the event that you do not want a vegetarian option:
- adding chorizo, bacon, sausages, lardons, gammon,
- smoked salmon
- any cheese you may like. I particularly like it with gruyere (the pinnacle of any traditional Swiss cheese) or a few crumbs of Stilton which for me is the queen of English cheeses. It is wow!
- The weirdest ingredient I have ever added to a quiche is....have a guess...... walnuts! Pure deliciousness! Dare and try!
FAQs
Oh, absolutely! You will need to bake it, allow it to cool well and refrigerate it. It will be made a couple of days ahead as this makes a beautiful snack, take away lunch, and can be served both hot or cold.
It freezes very well but you will need to make sure you thaw it in the freezer overnight or bake it at 180C/350F for 20 minutes straight from frozen.
Tips
* Watch the salt amount added. This should be very small since the Halloumi cheese is already salty. A salty quiche is not nice.
* I really like the oregano addition and the nutmeg but the nutmeg should not be more than a pinch. It has a strong flavor and will overpower.
Let's get cooking this yummy asparagus quiche with halloumi cheese in filo base now. I am sure it is a recipe you will fall in love with instantaneously. Oh, Yesss!
Other egg recipes you may like
Halloumi and asparagus quiche in filo base
Equipment
- ovenproof dish
- Whisker
- glass bowl larger size
- chopping board
- knife
Ingredients
- 5 medium eggs
- 4 egg whites
- 120 g Halloumi cheese (4.23 oz) grated
- 100 ml creme fraiche or single cream ( 3.38 fl oz)
- 8 stems asparagus
- 3 medium spring onions scallions
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper or red chilli flakes
- 3-4 sheets filo pastry
- 1 tablespoon knob butter for greasing or 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F and prepare an approximately 10inch (24cm)baking dish.
- Into a larger bowl, break the eggs, add the egg whites as well as the creme fraiche or the single cream. Whisk vigorously for 1 min.
- It's time to season this well by adding some salt* pepper, sesame seeds, dried oregano and nutmeg and grated Halloumi. Give it a further whisk.
- Throw in the finely chopped spring onions and the chopped asparagus leaving the tops to place on top for a nice final aspect. Asparagus tops look so nice, don't they?
- Place the filo sheets on the slightly oiled or buttered oven dish.
- Pour the mixture into the dish and bake for an initial 15min at 200°C or 400°F and after reduce it to 180°C or 350°F and bake for another 30 min or until the mid quiche feels firm to push.
- Take it out of the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 min before serving it. The cooler it is, the better it cuts.
Notes
Nutrition
Renata says
I think This quiche must be the best one I have ever tasted. So beautifully balanced - all the flavours and I believe the halloumi cheese in it it's a genius idea! Thanks so much for sharing this Ramona, I will definitely make this quiche again.
Ramona says
Aww, thank you so much dear Renata!
Duddy says
Hi there, just wanted to mention, I loved this recipe and combination of flavours.
It was practical. Keep on posting!
Bryan says
This recipe is a keeper. I have made it a few times and I have to review it, it's excellent! Thanks for sharing it Ramona 😉
Ramona says
Thanks so much Bryan!
Teodoro says
This recipe was really good. I will be making it again, no doubt!
Elise says
Oh wow! I had mici when I went to Romania a few years back and I loved them. I did not know you can make them at home and it's so easy to make too! So, I gave them a go. I cannot tell you that these will be now made every time we will put a bbq fire on. So gorgeousss! Thank you so much for this mici recipe, Ramona!! I Will look for other recipes on your website - maybe I will get to taci si inghite one too - need to make that too. Oh, such a nice food I had in ROmania - I miss it now so much and besides the food, the country too! I cannot wait to go back.
Ramona says
Aww, Elise, you made my day! I am so happy you liked my mici - we make them at home for many many years and this recipe is delicious indeed.
Yes, 'taci si inghite' recipe is on the pipeline - is in my drafts to put up - haha it's so funny you ask - check out my picture on that on my Instagram page.
Thanks again for stopping by.
Danielle says
Hi Ramona,
This salad was absolutely delicious and I wanted to drop a quick thank you message for this wonderful recipe that I have made twice now. I have enjoyed the mici recipe too and this weekend I will make one of your beautiful quail egg breakfast. I have saved your site and refer back to it very often as I really love your recipes. Thank you for your grand work - keep bringing up more recipes - so excited to see what's next!
Ramona says
Thank you so much dear Danielle, you have definitely made my week! I am so happy to get messages of this kind and see happy foodies. Thank you so much for taking your precious time to leave me feedback - so kind!!
Kathryn says
I'm so impressed by how tasty this recipe came out. I didn't expect it to be honest. I thought it will be a bit too salty and lacking flavor. I am so glad I did give it a go. I will definitely make it again. I am saving the recipe now.
Aimee says
What a great recipe! Seriously this was a hell of a great meal. Will be making again and again. I never knew of halloumi cheese before but I have looked for it and found it. What a delicious cheese! Thank you! thank you! thank you !
Maira says
This halloumi and asparagus quiche was amazing! Made it yesterday for breakfast and was so easy and delish! Definitely recommend and I will be making it again with no hesitation. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe Ramona xo
Max says
This was insanely good! OMG, I will make this again and again. EAsy for a bloke to make too lol
Ramona says
Haha, I am so glad you enjoyed this Max 😉
Gina says
Excellent recipe full of flavour and texture. will be making it again - my boyfriend absolutely loved it too and to be quite honest it is one of these meals he would not even give it a go ( too many veggies for him lol) Brilliant. Thanks for sharing
Ramona says
Thanks Gina, I am so glad you liked this halloumi and asparagus quiche in filo base 😉 It is a delicious easy to make quiche. Thanks again and I hope you will find other recipes you will both like 😉
Luke says
Hi
I am visiting this web page regularly, love your recipes - easy to follow and yum. Just made this and it came out so delicious.
Ramona says
Thank you Luke, I am so happy to hear you like my recipes and I do hope you will continue to visit and cook my recipes 😉
Lizet Flores de Bowen says
We only get frozen asparagus 🙁 but I really love them. I'm sure this recipe will be 10 times better with fresh veggies. But I'll give it a try with my frozen ones. The recipe looks too delicious to not make it.
Ramona says
Thank you Lizet,
Frozen asparagus is good too, yes, not as good as the fresh one but almost there. Frozen in fact can be better than a few days old kept in the fridge or shelf. Definitely give it a go with the frozen one, it will be gooood! Thank you so much. Enjoy! xx
Brian Jones says
This looks so very good, quiche is my go-to picnic recipe and the addition of halloumi sounds superb. I love that texture which I can imagine works really well in a quiche, looking forward to trying this.
Ramona says
So very thank you Brian!! I know what you are saying - we almost always without a fail have quiche when we go to a picnic, it’s just perfect. Halloumi is such a wonderful cheese, isnt it. I hope you will be trying this recipe soon. x
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
These are gorgeous!! I love the halloumi and asparagus together - such a great meal. I need to try this ASAP!
Ramona says
Thank you Julie, I totally agree - great combo and I hope you will try it and like as much as I do 😉
Patty says
What a flavorful quiche Ramona, making it in filo base is such a great idea, I really need to try your recipe, I bet the whole family will devour it in no time!
Ramona says
Thank you wonderful Patty! Please do try it Patty, you will love it, I am so sure.
Corina Blum says
This sounds delicious! I love homemade quiches but don't make them very often. I think it's a great idea to use filo pastry for the base too.
Ramona says
Hi Corina,
Thank you so much. I do not do them that often either but they are soo good.
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Ramona says
Thank you for your kind comments, I will definitely carry on posting and I hope you will find them a good read and useful recipes. Thanks again 😉