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Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche

August 15, 2018 Updated: November 19, 2019 By Leanne 34 Comments

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Whether you’re a brunch lover, or breakfast-for-dinner lover, this Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche is a must-try recipe! It has a crispy whole wheat crust, topped with eggs, cherry tomatoes, arugula, fresh basil and mozzarella! It’s so cheesy and flavourful, it tastes more like a pizza than a quiche!

Up-close view of a slice of Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche in a cast iron pan.

Hello mid-August! Where did you come from?! This summer is racing by, and we are already transitioning into late summer produce like blueberries, figs, corn and tomatoes! And, as you may have guessed, tomatoes are the star of the recipe I’m sharing today!

Up-close view of ingredients for Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche.

While I usually go with a crustless quiche, this Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche has a thin and crispy whole wheat crust, seasoned with basil and garlic. It’s quick and easy to make, and absolutely the perfect base for this pizza-like quiche.

A ball of whole wheat dough next to a rolling pin and cast iron pan.

I keep saying this quiche tastes like pizza, because for me, it does. I don’t eat a lot of cheese (well, except for goat cheese, feta and parmesan), so the melty, mozza goodness on top of this quiche totally reminds me of pizza. I also load my pizzas up with tomatoes, basil and arugula, so the similarities continue!

Whole wheat dough pressed into a cast iron pan, next to a towel and a rolling pin.

And the best part about this quiche?! My husband likes it! You have no idea how often we eat different meals. We always eat together, but we are always preparing separate dishes. So to have a new go-to recipe that both of us can enjoy is a huge time saver. And as a little bonus, this quiche makes great leftovers. I enjoyed it cold for lunch a few days ago, and the crust was still crispy!

Overhead view of Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche being assembled in a cast iron pan. A bowl of scrambled eggs next to it.

Some tips for making this Tomato and Mozzarella Quiche:

  • For a crispy crust, I suggest using a cast iron pan. I first made this quiche in a tart pan, and the crust did not turn out as crispy as I liked.
  • The cold water for the crust should be really cold. I like to add ice to the water and let it sit before adding it to the crust mixture.
  • The mozzarella I used in this recipe is actually bocconcini, which are small balls of mozzarella. As the quiche baked, the bocconcini melted perfectly around the cherry tomatoes. If you don’t have bocconcini, you can use torn or sliced mozzarella in this recipe.
  • I used 2 cups of cherry tomatoes in this recipe, but I’ve also made it with sliced roma tomatoes (about 4-5). If you don’t have cherry tomatoes, sliced tomatoes and torn mozzarella work perfectly together!

Overhead view of Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche assembled in a cast iron pan and ready for baking.

If you’re looking for more quiche recipes, you might also enjoy:

  • Green Goddess Crustless Quiche fresh and lemony with lots of fresh herbs, arugula and asparagus, and topped with a thick and creamy jalapeño tahini dressing!
  • Mediterranean Quiche with Almond Crust is light and savoury, with an almond flour crust and topped with spinach, olives, sun-dried tomatoes and feta.

Overhead view of baked Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche cooling on a wooden surface.

If you make this Tomato and Mozzarella Quiche, I would love to hear what you think in the comments below!

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Up-close view of a slice of Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche in a cast iron pan.

Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche

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  • Author: Leanne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 slices
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian
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Whether you’re a brunch lover, or breakfast-for-dinner lover, this Tomato, Arugula and Mozzarella Quiche is a must-try recipe! It has a crispy whole wheat crust, topped with eggs, cherry tomatoes, arugula, fresh basil and mozzarella! It’s so cheesy and flavourful, it tastes more like a pizza than a quiche!


Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp dried basil dried
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup cold water

For the filling:

  • 1 cup arugula, packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup bocconcini
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tbsp chives, dried or fresh
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 400F and grease a 10″ cast iron pan with olive oil.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, add the flour, basil, garlic and salt and stir to combine. Add in the oil and cold water, and stir until well combined. The mixture should come together easily. You can use a fork to mix the ingredients but I prefer to use an electric mixer.
  • Form the dough into a ball and place on a floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out so it is large enough to fit around the base of the cast iron pan and shape around the sides to form a crust.
  • Once the dough is pressed into the cast iron pan, layer on the arugula, basil, tomatoes and bocconcini.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, chives, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Pour over the ingredients in the cast iron pan. Do not spill over the edge of the crust.
  • Bake in the pre-heated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the egg is set and the crust is browned.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before cutting into slices.
  • Store in an airtight container and enjoy within 2-3 days.

Notes

  1. The cold water for the crust should be really cold. I like to add ice to the water and let it sit before adding it to the crust mixture.
  2. The recipe for the quiche crust was adapted from Genius Kitchen.

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  1. Lizzy says

    August 24, 2018 at 11:50 am

    Ok, so I’m definitely both a brunch fan and a breakfast for dinner fan and this looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:58 pm

      Thanks Lizzy! Yes, love brunch and brinner!

      Reply
  2. Liliana says

    August 21, 2018 at 3:30 pm

    I have try your whole wheat crust with these flavours! The quiche must taste as delicious as it looks.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:57 pm

      Thank you Liliana! It was a pretty big hit with taste testers! Let me know what you think if you try the crust!

      Reply
  3. Kim Lange says

    August 21, 2018 at 1:33 pm

    Wow! This quiche looks so amazing! I’d definitely love to dive into that! Lovely photos!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      Thanks Kim! Appreciate it!

      Reply
  4. Tanya says

    August 20, 2018 at 1:12 pm

    LOVE all of the flavours Leanne! The fresh herbs and tomatoes, and that crust looks incredible! Always love the process photos you include with your recipes, beautiful!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:54 pm

      Thanks Tanya! I usually struggle with process shots, and how many to include. I’m glad you like them!

      Reply
  5. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    August 19, 2018 at 9:48 pm

    ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!!! Yes, I may be yelling just a little! 😉 I love everything about this dish! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      Haha! Thanks Annie! I don’t mind a little yelling! 😉 And thanks for pinning!

      Reply
  6. Neha says

    August 18, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    You have clicked some mouth watering pictures Leanne! I love quiche. need to give this a go! 🙂

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      Thanks Neha! Appreciate it! If you make it, would love to know what you think!

      Reply
  7. Terry says

    August 17, 2018 at 12:38 pm

    Breakfast and pizza? You’ve sold me! 🙂
    Pictures are incredible!!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:52 pm

      Thanks Terry! That’s so nice of you to say!

      Reply
  8. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

    August 17, 2018 at 1:53 am

    I love quiche and the fact that you can have it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Those tomatoes on top have me drooling!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:51 pm

      Thanks Kelly! Quiche is such a versatile meal! I make it quite a bit!

      Reply
  9. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    August 16, 2018 at 11:45 pm

    You have no idea how hard I’m craving this right now! I love everything about it—especially that it tastes like pizza :). Definitely trying this one soon!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:50 pm

      Thanks Kelsie! ‘Tastes like pizza’ should be the tag line for everything! 😉 Let me know if you make it!

      Reply
  10. Barbara Ann says

    August 16, 2018 at 8:55 pm

    This is a great recipe that has a creative touch. The use of cast iron is a great idea. Your blog is such a valuable resource…thanks.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:49 pm

      Thanks very much! That’s so kind of you to say!

      Reply
  11. heather (delicious not gorgeous) says

    August 16, 2018 at 1:43 am

    this quiche looks amazing! love that the crust is flecked with basil and garlic (:

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:49 pm

      Thanks Heather! The crust is probably my favourite part! It’s crispy and flavourful!

      Reply
  12. Ben|Havocinthekitchen says

    August 15, 2018 at 9:51 pm

    Love the combo of robust arugula, juicy tomatoes, rich mozzarella, and fresh basil. This quiche is a quintessence of summer savory baking. Delicious!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks Ben! It’s definitely a flavourful combo! Hope you’re having a great summer!

      Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    August 15, 2018 at 5:50 pm

    Quiche is one of my favorite dishes. They are so versatile and I love the flavors you have chosen. I don’t like crusts so I would leave that out and go extra filling.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks Patrick! Going crustless with extra filling sounds good to me!

      Reply
  14. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    August 15, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    Forgot to give it all the stars!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    August 15, 2018 at 5:14 pm

    I would enjoy this quiche for breakfast lunch or dinner Leanne. Love that crust. Adding to my must try list!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks Mary Ann! Hope you like it. I’ve definitely enjoyed it for every meal of the day!

      Reply
  16. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    August 15, 2018 at 2:50 pm

    Tastes more like a pizza than a quiche? Sold!! Well, I’m sold anyway ’cause I love quiche and that crust sounds lovely, Leanne! Plus, those tomatoes on the vine and bocconcini? I surprised we don’t run into each other more often because we go to the same restaurants and shop at the same places! I wanted to get some of those tomatoes while I was at Costco and there was none, nor any figs. Guess I’ll have to make a trip back 😉 Would love to try this quiche out. I bet it’s amazing for any meal of the day! Hope you’re enjoying the sun 🙂

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      Thanks Dawn! I hope you get to try this quiche! It does have a pizza-like taste and texture, so I think that’s why my hubby likes it. I am totally surprised we don’t run into each other more often. Hope you were able to get those tomatoes and figs at Costco. I need to go again and stock up!

      Reply
  17. marcie says

    August 15, 2018 at 12:28 pm

    Your photos are so beautiful Leanne and quiche is something I love, especially when it’s healthier like this! I’d eat this for breakfast, lunch or dinner happily — it looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      Thanks Marcie! That’s so sweet of you to say. And I agree – quiche is great for any meal of the day!

      Reply

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