Heirloom tomatoes are one of every garden’s greatest treasures, and this High-Protein Roasted Tomato Quiche made with Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese lets them shine to their full potential. Eggs, tomatoes, spices, and herbs come together to create a delectable breakfast or brunch dish that’s worth the time it takes to bake up.
Made with simple pantry staples, this quiche gets an gut-healthy upgrade with Lifeway Organic Whole Milk Plain Kefir and Lifeway Farmer Cheese, which both contribute high-quality protein and a creamy texture that makes every bite better than the last. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, this is the recipe to make while tomatoes are at their peak!
Find our probiotic kefir and protein-packed farmer cheese in a store near you here, and find more delicious recipes with Lifeway here.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for better gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health.
Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, support the digestive system, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1. Lifeway Kefir also contains a variety of nutrients that are vital for healthy bones and overall health including vitamins D3, K, and B 12 along with calcium and potassium. Along with our kefir, we also offer our creamy, cultured Lifeway Farmer Cheese, a high protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support a healthy microbiome that’s easy to spread and contains no added salt or sugar.
Prep Time: 2 hours 20 mins Servings: 8-10
Ingredients
- 1 pound of heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 store bought pie crust from a 14.1 oz box
- all-purpose flour, as needed (use gluten-free if necessary)
- 1 cup Organic Whole Milk Plain Kefir
- 1/2 cup Farmer Cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (we used red)
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- Optional Garnishes: sliced green onions and freshly chopped parsley
Directions
- Heat oven to 350°F, and adjust rack to lower third position. Place the tomato slices on a large baking sheet that’s been lined with foil. Bake the tomatoes for 30 minutes, or until they appear slightly browned around the edges. Remove and set aside to cool.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust to 12-inches wide. Transfer to a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Gently press the dough along the bottom and up the sides of the dish. Tuck the excess dough under the edges, and crimp as desired. Place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes.
- To a large bowl, add the Lifeway Whole Milk Organic Kefir, 6 tbsp. of Lifeway Farmer Cheese, and the eggs, red onion, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Remove the pie dish from the freezer and pour the quiche mixture into the prepared crust. Place in the oven and bake until the quiche appears to be set around the edges. Carefully remove the quiche from the oven and arrange the baked tomatoes over the top, along with dollops of the remaining Lifeway Farmer Cheese. Place back in the oven, and continue baking until fully set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 20-30 minutes before cutting. Serve while warm, garnish with freshly sliced green onions and/or parsley, and enjoy!
