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Crustless Quiche with Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers

This crustless quiche with Italian turkey sausage and peppers is bursting with delicious flavor! It's a great make-ahead breakfast to enjoy all week.
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients 

  • tablespoons Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 12 ounces Italian turkey sausage , (casings removed)
  • 2 tablespoons onion, (chopped)
  • ¼ cup green pepper, (diced)
  • ¼ cup red pepper, (diced)
  • 1 cup part-skim mozzarella, (shredded)
  • 4 large eggs or 1 cup egg substitute, (lightly beaten)
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic pepper or freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle the bread crumbs into the bottom of the pie plate.
    1½ tablespoons Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • In a large skillet, cook the crumbled turkey sausage and onions over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes. Once the meat is no longer pink and the onions are translucent, transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
    12 ounces Italian turkey sausage, 2 tablespoons onion
  • Add the sausage and onions to the pie plate, distributing evenly.
  • Sprinkle the pie plate with the green pepper, red pepper, and cheese.
    ¼ cup green pepper, ¼ cup red pepper, 1 cup part-skim mozzarella
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and pepper, then pour into the pie plate.
    4 large eggs or 1 cup egg substitute, 1 cup 2% milk, ¼ teaspoon garlic pepper or freshly ground black pepper
  • Place in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is beginning to brown in spots.
  • Remove from the oven and set the pie plate on a wire rack. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into wedges.

Notes

This recipe is for 8 servings. If you cut the quiche into 8 slices, each serving will be 1 slice.
For a gluten-free recipe, use gluten-free bread crumbs and turkey sausage.
To reduce the fat and cholesterol, use 1 cup egg substitute instead of the whole eggs.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Crustless Quiche with Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers
Serving Size
 
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
135
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
15
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
120
mg
40
%
Sodium
 
496
mg
21
%
Potassium
 
186
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
5
g
2
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
12
g
24
%
Net carbs
 
4
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.