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Easy Quiche Paleo Recipe – You’ll Ever Try In Dairy-Free Breakfast

Imagine this: It’s Sunday morning, you’re craving something warm, savory, and satisfying, but you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. You also want it to be healthy, dairy-free, and trendy enough to brag about on Instagram. Enter: This quiche paleo recipe—your new go-to for a quick, nutritious, and insanely delicious meal.

And hey, if you’ve ever thought, What can I use instead of crust? or Can I even make quiche without dairy? stick with me. I’ve got you.

This recipe is packed with fresh ingredients, loaded with flavor, and flexible enough to fit your lifestyle. Oh, and we’ve got a sweet potato crust option because, let’s be honest, that’s the best kind of upgrade.

Why You’ll Love This Quiche Recipe

  • Quick & Easy – Ready in just about an hour with simple steps.
  • Healthy – Packed with protein, veggies, and good-for-you fats.
  • Dairy-Free & Paleo – No heavy cream or cheese, but still full of flavor.
  • Flexible – Make it crustless or use the sweet potato crust option.
  • Meal-Prep Friendly – Perfect for busy professionals who want breakfast on hand.

What Makes This The Best Quiche Paleo Recipe?

Let’s be real. There are a ton of quiche paleo recipes floating around, but this one? It’s the one you’ll keep coming back to. Why? Because we’re nailing texture, flavor, and ease—without overcomplicating things.

  • The Secret to a Fluffy Quiche → Coconut milk + the right egg-to-liquid ratio.
  • Bold Flavors → We’re talking crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach.
  • No Mushy Crust → That’s right, no soggy bottoms here!
  • Easy Substitutions → Crustless? Yogurt instead of cream? I got you.

Alright, let’s get cooking!


Quiche Paleo Recipe

Recipe by LunaDifficulty: Beginner
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

1800

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

5

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 large Japanese sweet potato,
    peeled & thinly
    sliced

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil (for roasting the crust)

  • Pinch of sea salt

  • 8 oz. fresh baby spinach, chopped

  • 6 slices bacon (sugar-free, nitrate-free for Whole30 compliance)

  • 1 cup white mushrooms, chopped

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 6 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk

  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

  • 2 tbsp. nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Peel and slice the sweet potato really thin (think potato chips thin).
  • Toss with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • Line a 9.5” pie dish with the slices, overlapping them.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until slightly browned and soft.
  • Cook the Filling
  • In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
  • Remove bacon, leaving about 1 tbsp of fat in the pan.
  • Add onions and mushrooms; cook until soft (about 5 mins).
  • Stir in garlic and spinach; cook just until spinach wilts.
  • Remove from heat and crumble the bacon back in.
  • Mix & Bake
  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, salt, and nutritional yeast.
  • Lower oven temp to 400°F (200°C).
  • Spread the veggie-bacon mix over the crust (or directly in a greased dish).
  • Pour egg mixture on top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until the center is just set.
  • Let it cool for 15 minutes before slicing. (This is the hardest part, I know.)
  • 1 large Japanese sweet potato, peeled & thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for roasting the crust)
  • Pinch of sea salt

For the Filling:

  • 8 oz. fresh baby spinach, chopped
  • 6 slices bacon (sugar-free, nitrate-free for Whole30 compliance)
  • 1 cup white mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Prep The Crust (Or Go Crustless!)

If you’re using the sweet potato crust:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and slice the sweet potato really thin (think potato chips thin).
  3. Toss with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  4. Line a 9.5” pie dish with the slices, overlapping them.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until slightly browned and soft.

Shortcut: Want a crustless quiche paleo recipe? Skip the crust and grease your pie dish with olive oil!

2. Cook the Filling

  1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
  2. Remove bacon, leaving about 1 tbsp of fat in the pan.
  3. Add onions and mushrooms; cook until soft (about 5 mins).
  4. Stir in garlic and spinach; cook just until spinach wilts.
  5. Remove from heat and crumble the bacon back in.

3. Mix & Bake

  1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, salt, and nutritional yeast.
  2. Lower oven temp to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Spread the veggie-bacon mix over the crust (or directly in a greased dish).
  4. Pour egg mixture on top.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until the center is just set.
  6. Let it cool for 15 minutes before slicing. (This is the hardest part, I know.)

Pro Tips & Substitutions

  • What can I substitute for crust in quiche? → Try zucchini slices, almond flour crust, or just go crustless.
  • What is a healthy substitute for heavy cream in quiche? → Coconut milk (like in this recipe) or cashew cream.
  • Can I use yogurt instead of heavy cream? → Yes! Use unsweetened coconut or almond yogurt.
  • Want more protein? → Add diced chicken or smoked salmon.
  • Need more veggies? → Try bell peppers, kale, or asparagus.

FAQs

Is quiche healthy or unhealthy?

This Paleo quiche recipe is totally healthy! No processed ingredients, packed with protein and fiber, and free of dairy and gluten.

What is the main difference between a quiche and a frittata?

Quiche is baked with a custard-like texture (eggs + milk), while a frittata is cooked mostly on the stovetop and has a firmer texture.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely! This quiche stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just reheat in the oven or microwave.

Can I freeze quiche?

Yes! Slice, wrap individually, and freeze. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.


Final Thoughts

Now that you’ve got this easy quiche paleo recipe in your arsenal, you’ll never have to wonder what to make for breakfast (or lunch… or dinner) again! Whether you make it crustless or with that crispy sweet potato base, this dish is a game-changer.

So, what’s your favorite way to make quiche? Let me know in the comments below!

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