Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe

If you want a light, elegant and flavorful dish, this Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe is perfect. It has a creamy, tangy filling with a hint of sweetness and fresh greens on top.

This dish is great for brunch, lunch or even a light dinner. If you want to learn How to make Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula, follow this simple recipe.

The Secret Behind This Delicious

• The secret is balancing tangy goat cheese with a touch of honey.
• A creamy egg custard keeps the quiche soft and rich.
• Fresh arugula adds a peppery, refreshing contrast.
• A flaky crust gives the perfect base.

Recipe Card

• Recipe Name: Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe
• Servings: 6
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 35–40 mins
• Total Time: 50–55 mins
• Course: Brunch / Main
• Cuisine: French-Inspired
• Calories: 340 kcal per serving

Equipment List

• Pie dish
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Oven

Ingredients You Need

For Crust

• 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade)

For Filling

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 oz goat cheese (crumbled)
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Gruyère
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For Topping

• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Extra honey for drizzle

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie crust in a pie dish.
2. Prepare Filling
   In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, honey, salt and pepper.
3. Add Cheese
   Sprinkle goat cheese and shredded cheese evenly into the crust.
4. Pour Mixture
   Pour egg mixture over the cheese.
5. Bake
   Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and top is lightly golden.
6. Prepare Arugula
   Toss arugula with olive oil and lemon juice.
7. Serve
   Top quiche with fresh arugula and drizzle with honey before serving.

Expert Tips & Variations

• Use a homemade buttery crust for better flavor
• Add caramelized onions for sweetness
• Use spinach instead of arugula
• Add walnuts or pecans for crunch
• Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter option
• Let quiche cool slightly before slicing
• Add herbs like thyme or basil

Nutrition Information

Serving Suggestions

• Serve this Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe warm or at room temperature.
• Perfect with a fresh salad, soup or fruit.
• Great for brunch gatherings or light dinners.

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in oven for best texture.

Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe

If you want a light, elegant and flavorful dish, this Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe is perfect.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Brunch / Main

Cuisine French-inspired

Servings 6

Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients

  

For Crust

• 1 pre-made pie crust or homemade

For Filling

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 oz goat cheese crumbled
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Gruyère
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For Topping

• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Extra honey for drizzle

Instructions

 

Preheat Oven

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie crust in a pie dish.

Prepare Filling

• In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, honey, salt and pepper.

Add Cheese

• Sprinkle goat cheese and shredded cheese evenly into the crust.

Pour Mixture

• Pour egg mixture over the cheese.

Bake

• Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and top is lightly golden.

Prepare Arugula

• Toss arugula with olive oil and lemon juice.

Serve

• Top quiche with fresh arugula and drizzle with honey before serving.

Notes

• Use a homemade buttery crust for better flavor
• Add caramelized onions for sweetness
• Use spinach instead of arugula
• Add walnuts or pecans for crunch
• Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter option
• Let quiche cool slightly before slicing
• Add herbs like thyme or basil
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Keyword Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe

FAQs

1. Can I make this crustless?
Yes, bake filling directly in a greased dish.

2. Can I use another cheese?
Yes, feta or ricotta works well.

3. Can I make it ahead?
Yes, bake and refrigerate, then reheat.

4. Why is my quiche watery?
Bake until fully set and avoid too much liquid.

5. Can I freeze quiche?
Yes, freeze after baking and cooling.

Conclusion

This Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula Recipe is creamy, fresh and full of flavor. Now you know How to make Goat Cheese Quiche with Honey & Arugula step by step.

With simple ingredients, you can create a beautiful and delicious dish for any occasion.

Try this recipe today and enjoy a gourmet-style meal at home!

Sofia Lane

Sofia Lane is a food lover who loves cooking and sharing easy, tasty recipes. She believes in making cooking simple and fun for everyone. On DiveCrave, Sofia shares her favorite meals, desserts and treats that anyone can make at home.