
The first time I tried tofu my friend baked a block for me, slathered in BBQ sauce and called it dinner. I’m a champ so I stomached it, but I pretty much vowed to never eat the stuff again.
Obviously, my opinions have since changed.

I would consider myself a quiche fan, but certainly not an aficionado. But I wanted to give a tofu version a try.
After mastering tofu in stir fries, peanut sauce, and spring rolls, a quiche seemed like the next step in my tofu journey. And I’m happy to report my experiment was a success; you could say I’m a total tofu quiche convert (it’s what all the hipsters are doing).


This quiche is simple! So even if you’ve never attempted a quiche before, I have faith that you can nail this version.
It requires just 10 ingredients and simple methods even the novice cook can master.
For starters, the crust is just hash browns (making the whole thing naturally gluten-free)! And the filling is loaded with roasted veggies (any you have on hand), and a mixture of silken tofu, hummus and nutritional yeast to give it that perfect egg-like flavor and texture.

For those skeptics out there saying, “Yeah, but what does it taste like?” I say, (Rhonda,) it tastes amazing! Seriously, it’s:
Savory
Satisfying
Comforting
Loaded with veggies
Healthy
Crispy on the crust
Egg-like in the center
& Convincingly close to the real thing
I think this quiche would be lovely for brunches and lazy weekend mornings, as well as when you have family in town for the holidays. I’m confident vegans and non-vegans alike would totally dig this quiche.

If you give this recipe a try, let us know! Leave a comment and rate it, or take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram. We’d love to see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!

Simple Tofu Quiche
Ingredients
CRUST
- ~3 medium-large potatoes (grated // 3 potatoes yield ~cups grated)
- 2 Tbsp melted vegan butter (or sub olive oil with varied results)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt and pepper
FILLING
- 12.3 ounces extra-firm silken tofu (patted dry)
- 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- 3 Tbsp hummus
- Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 2 medium leeks (thinly sliced and thoroughly cleaned and dried // or sub 1 medium diced onion per 2 leeks)
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 C) and lightly spritz a 9.5-inch pie pan (as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) with non-stick spray.
- Grate potatoes and measure out 3 cups (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). Then transfer to a clean towel and firmly squeeze out excess moisture. Add to pie dish and drizzle with melted vegan butter and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). Toss to coat, then use fingers to press into the pan and up the sides to form an even layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown all over. Set aside. When you take out the crust, lower oven heat to 400 degrees F (209 C).
- Prep veggies and garlic and add to a baking sheet. Toss with 2 Tbsp olive oil and a healthy pinch each salt and pepper and toss to coat (amounts as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). Place in the oven and bake until soft and golden brown (a total of 20-30 minutes). Set aside and lower oven heat to 375 degrees F (190 C).
- To prepare tofu filling, add drained tofu to a food processor with nutritional yeast, hummus, and a heaping 1/4 tsp each sea salt and black pepper (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). Set aside.
- Remove veggies from oven, add to a mixing bowl and top with the tofu mixture. Toss to coat, then add to the crust and spread into an even layer.
- Bake quiche at 375 degrees F (190 C) for a total of 30–40 minutes or until the top appears golden brown and firm. If the crust begins to get too brown, loosely tent the edges with foil.
- Let cool briefly, and then serve with fresh herbs or green onion.
- Store leftovers loosely covered in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350-degree F (176 C) oven.
Notes
*Quiche roughly adapted from the Sprouted Kitchen Cookbook
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
kobe campbell says
i dont have a food processor could a blender work instead ?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
That should work!
Mark King says
This must have been a draft recipe that never got updated. I’ve made it twice now and it’s good. However, the way the recipe is written is brutal. There is no way this was edited. It’s full of notes that had to be from the development process and not taken out.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Mark, are you referring to the notes that say “(as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size)”? Those are intentional because you can adjust the default number of servings and the recipe will automatically adjust the proportions of ingredients, but not the instructions. We’ll see if we can find a better way to convey that information.
Robin says
Hi– looking forward to making this for Easter brunch. Would you explain what texture I’m going for with the food processor? Do I want it smooth or still some chucks in the texture? Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Robin! You want it very smooth and creamy, but a few small lumps are okay. There is a photo of the tofu mixture blended in the food processor in the post, if it’s helpful.
teresa says
Can the Simple Tofu quiche be frozen?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Teresa, We think the tofu and tomatoes would make it too watery when removed from the freezer. Perhaps swapping the tomatoes with something less watery would help, but we can’t guarantee it will work! If you give it a try, let us know how it goes!
Sophia says
Hello, and thank you for the recipe, I am hoping to try it. Do you think that I could use sweet potato in the crust?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Sophia! We haven’t tried it but we think it would work, yes!
Christine says
Really good. I will be making this on a regular basis. Thanks for the recipe. The only things I changed was using a small red onion instead of the leeks and a 500gm package of firm tofu instead of extra firm tofu.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Christine! Thank you for sharing! xo
Annie says
This was delicious. The potato crust could have used a few more minutes to brown and I didn’t use a blender for the hummus and tofu mix as your photo shows. I substituted sautéed kale for the broccoli, which gave it nice undertone. The result was a chunky layer of fabulous flavors over red potato shreds. I ended up with a hearty dinner and enough to store for a few more dinners. Delish!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing your experience, Annie! xo
VICKY says
I love this recipe and have made it many times! I am making this for breakfast tomorrow and wondering if i can leave the filling and crust ready and assemble it in the morning and baking then? Or putting it all together and baking tomorrow? or baking now and reheating? THANKS!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Vicky! Any of those options should work well, but we think the best option would be to leave the filling and crust separate and then assemble before baking. Hope it went well!
Sharon says
This is really good. Only comment is that I found I had to cook the crust longer than suggested in the recipe–about 10 minutes longer. Tasted great for simple supper, and good cold the next day. Definitely a make-again!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks so much for the lovely review and sharing your experience, Sharon. So glad you enjoyed!
The Vegan Goddess says
I would try this recipe because I love quiche but I’m trying to avoid tofu because I am avoiding soy (most is GMO).
Any chance of coming up with a great vegan quiche that is sans tofu? A challenge for sure. : )
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Perhaps adapting from this? We’ll add it to our ideas list!
The Vegan Goddess says
Thank you. I need to try the frittata recipe.
And I’ll keep a lookout for a new quiche recipe sans tofu. : )
The Vegan Goddess says
How about adapting this recipe? My Fitness Pal Cauliflower Crusted Spinach Feta Pie.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thank you for the suggestion!
kerah vandenbos says
This recipe is one of my FAVORITES. I use black salt (to taste) instead of regular to give it an eggy taste and everyone has loved it (even non vegans)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Amazing! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Kerah! Thank you for sharing! xo
Rebecca says
I added black salt for the eggy taste and it is delicious! Thank you for a wonderful recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing, Rebecca! xo
Jimmy says
The recipe looks great but when you put quotation marks around egg-like… “egg-like” … alarm bells ring in my head. But I’m a grammar teacher.
Using “-like” is enough; it serves the same purpose as quotation marks. When you double down like you have it means either 1) it is not really egg-like or 2) you’ve made a grammar mistake and it really is egg-like.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for the tip, Jimmy!
Christina Fisher says
This was so fabulous! I added salt and white pepper to the shredded potatoes before pressing them into the pan. I didn’t have broccoli or leeks on hand so I roasted some red onion and used up some leftover sauteed kale and dandelion greens. And I made the crust the night before and filled it with goodness the next morning. I’ll definitely be making this again.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Your additions sound lovely, Christina! We’re so glad it turned out well. Thank you for sharing! xo
Tanya van Genderen says
How many grams of potato should I just. I don’t really get the description as I only got small potatos.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Tanya, ~250 grams each, so 750 grams for 1 quiche.
RM says
Wonderful, tasty recipe. Amazing what you can do with tofu! Do you think you could bake it and then freeze it for a few weeks. Will it be soggy when defrosted? thanks
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it! We do think it would be soggy, but haven’t tried. Let us know if you give it a try!
Suzanne says
Hi! Not super crazy about leeks… can you suggest a non-oniony alternative? Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Suzanne! It will have a slightly different flavor, but you could try celery in place of the leeks. Alternatively, just omit altogether and it will still be delicious! Hope this helps!
Ilene says
I’d like to make this ahead of time and re-heat for brunch. Suggestions on how long / what temperature to re-heat this at?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Ilene, we’d suggest reheating in a 350-degree F (176 C) oven for 20-30 minutes. Hope that helps!
Kiawna says
Do you think substituting white beans for the hummus would work? Love this recipe and make it all the time, but don’t have hummus or chickpeas on hand today and really craving it! Thank you :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We think that could work! Make sure to mash them well and maybe add a bit of tahini/olive oil to get them creamier.
Sally Willcox says
I love the idea of the potato crust on this quiche. A much healthier option to pastry making this an any day healthy meal or snack, rather than an occasional treat food. I’ve used the potato case with a filling of sautéed garlic mushrooms and onions with the creamy tofu mixed in and its wonderful!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yum! So glad you enjoyed, Sally. Thanks for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications!
Sally Willcox says
I also modified the potato crust slightly to make it lower in fat. I part- boiled the potatoes for 5 mins then grated once cooled. Don’t need to add the butter then just grease the tin. Worked really well.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Wonderful!
Allie says
Wow so easy and good! I baked for 40 mins but came out not as firm as I’d hoped. Next time I will try to cook longer and see if that helps, also used a vegan pie crust. Thanks for this!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Great! Thank you for sharing your experience, Allie! xo
emma says
i love this recipe and have made it numerous times. a few modifications i often make include:
-using tahini + a bit of lemon juice instead of hummus (i usually have those ingredients and rarely have hummus on hand)
-adding turmeric, smoked paprika, + garlic powder to the tofu mix
-using sweet potatoes or yams for the crust (so yum!)
-always use a mix of whatever veggies i have on hand…red peppers, celery, tomatoes, asparagus, etc.
-i usually just use my cast iron skillet for the quiche, making the crust just for the bottom layer and it works just fine
-i use firm tofu (because that’s what i have on hand…still gets nice and creamy/smooth)
thanks as always for the recipes that make you want to make them over and over again! :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing, Emma! xo
Tina says
Do you use the vacuum packed shelf stable silken tofu or the silken tofu packed in water in refrigerated section?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Packed in water in the refrigerated section.
Carol says
How could I adapt to make this crustless? Any special tips?
Thanks
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Carol, we’d suggest lining the pan with parchment paper or using a muffin tin with parchment liners. Let us know how it goes!
VICKY says
This is amazing! Who needs cheese and eggs?! :D Everyone loved it at home, a new favorite for late weekend breakfast!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for sharing, Vicky!
Iris says
I have made this a few times over the years. While the recipe itself is super delicious, I always have trouble with my crust turning gray and gummy. My potatoes are never old. I wonder if it’s the type of vegan butter I use. Any tips?
Hmm, what type of potatoes did you use? Russet seems to grey quickly. But yukon tends to hold its color better!
Iris says
I did use russet potatoes. Next time I will try yukon ones instead.
Leslie says
Delicious!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Thanks for the lovely review!
Dani says
The hands on time for this dish is extremely low, giving tons of time to make something else in between (I made this for tomorrow’s breakfast while cooking tonight’s dinner). I added some garlic and onion powder to the tofu mixture, this came out fantastic. Great consistency!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Dani! Love your additions too. Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
SCOTT SPATNY says
Mom and wife loved this. I added some garlic, flour and rosemary to the crust. I like that combo in potatoes, so why not here? This was substantially better than I expected. I’ll definitely be making double next time. Thanks for sharing!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Love the creativity! Thanks for the lovely review and sharing your modifications, Scott!
Taheerah says
I’ve been making this for YEARS. My husband requests this so much.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad you both enjoy it, Taheerah! Thanks so much for sharing!
Katrina says
This recipe is great and very versatile! I’ve made it a few times with different fillings, depending on what I had on hand. My pie pan is large (more like 11 inches), so I used two whole blocks of silken tofu.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Katrina. We are so glad you enjoy it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
McKinley Rose says
Is this supposed to set up like the “custard” of a quiche? Asking because mine didn’t. It was tasty! And creamy. But not “set”.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi McKinley, yes, it should set. Did you make any modifications? Such as to the veggies or type of tofu?
Mckinley Rose says
Hi, some small tweaks. I used the tofu called for. I had no nutritional yeast so used parmesan cheese. I used more broccoli than recipe called for, plus mushrooms, and no leeks or tomatoes. I cooked it about 20 minutes longer than recipe called for hoping it would set, but it never did. I wouldn’t think those tweaks would account for it not setting up. However, I’m cooking at altitude; maybe that had an impact. Anyway: it was tasty, and now that I know that it should have set up, I’ll try it again. Thanks for the recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Ah yes, so the mushrooms and additional broccoli were likely the issue because they add more moisture.
Sue says
Any thoughts on making this in a muffin tin for individual servings?
Yes, I think that would work well!
Liv says
Can’t believe I’ve never left a review on this recipe- I’ve been making it for 4 years and every time I can’t believe how delicious it is. I like it cold and always make it ahead of time so it can cool down and firm up, but that’s more because I often use soft silken tofu rather than extra firm but both are delicious. The potato crust is so good too honestly genius but if I’m short of time I’ll just make it crust less and grease the dish before baking. Basically just wanted to say thank you for this recipe thats never failed me for years :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Aw, we’re so glad you enjoy it, Liv! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Lily Mayor says
I made this last night and it’s amazing! I swapped out the crust for a ready rolled one for ease and used mushrooms, cherry tomatoes & onions for the veggies and it’s delicious hot or cold! Thank you 😊 I’ll definitely be making this again!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing, Lily!
Kara says
I’m confused about what kind of tofu to use. I have a brick of extra firm tofu. I also have silken tofu. I never see the two combined though. I see the same terminology in your cookbook for the asparagus quiche. I would love to make this crust with the asparagus quiche from your book. Would that work? Also, please help me understand which tofu to use. Thanks so much!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Kara, We admittedly haven’t purchased silken tofu in a while, but when we did there was generally an option among the silken tofu types (soft – firm). Try to get either a firm silken, or a soft (not silken). Hope that helps!
Nicole says
HI Karen, You can buy “silken firm” tofu in the international isle of your grocery store. It’s shelf-stable and comes in a box. It works great for things that require a custard-y texture like quiche or pumpkin pie. Do a quick search for the brand “Mori-Nu” and you will see what it is!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for this helpful information, Nicole!
Janet says
hi minimalist baker, I am making 2+ recipes of yours a day! It’s my newest zen vibe to be a truer vegan, and love myself and friends and family (neighbors, etcetera) more! I have your cookbook and found the asparagus quiche well, I don’t see the oven degree temperature though, is it 450 like this one above? It’s in my oven now! Mhmm I added home made vegan cheese! **quiche lovers, or baking lovers in general, the cookbook is great, I love the hardback cover and all of the photos! I recommend the book at amazon.
Janet! Sorry for the lack of clarity there. But in steps 5 and 13 we should have the temperature listed as 375 F!
Celia says
This was a brunch comfort food hit! The crisp, hash browny crust is the hardest part to execute. Below are some tips!
1. Choose a dry potato (ie. Russet)
2. Potato gratings should be rinsed vigorously in a colander under running water to release starch.
3. Squeeze out excess water like your life depends on it!!
4. Take a cloth towel and press out excess water.
Removing moisture is KEY to a golden brown, crisp crust.
I loved this dish and I will 100% make it again in the near future.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your tips, Celia!
Alex says
I made this quiche for vegan brunch today – it was a big hit! Sooo delicious and easy to make. The filling separated from the crust as I was serving, so it didn’t make it to the plate looking super pretty but that didn’t matter because it tasted so damn good. I am curious if anyone else noticed that separation as well?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hm, we’re not sure what would cause that! So glad everyone still enjoyed it =) Thanks for sharing, Alex!
Janet says
Hi Alex, I will let you know soon. I’ll be making this in a few days lol. I just finished making another quiche tonight from her cookbook and already altered that recipe with Home made vegan cheese and I’ll definitely be adding it it this one. I blended it in my professor for the best Orange cheese like color we all love so much for those of us who remember the COLORS of food before we went vegan. I’ve been vegan over ten years and I don’t miss the taste of much but I’ll always remember the colors of things. Know what I mean? I actually grew up with plant parents lol so going vegan wasn’t hard for me at all :) cheers and I wonder if your potatoes were maybe grated too fine?!
Madeline says
I just made this for my boyfriend’s birthday and it was delicious! I admit, I was a little nervous because I’ve never made quiche (vegan or otherwise), but this recipe was simple enough for a novice. My 2 leeks came out to be an enormous pile of chopped leeks, so I used my judgement and halved it so all the veggies would blend with the tofu mixture and fit nicely within the crust. It worked out perfectly and we ate every morsel in one sitting. I also loved making the potato crust and had fun squeezing the potato mush in a towel over the sink. I’d never made a crust that way and was surprised it turned out so yummy. Bravo, Minimalist Baker! I’ll definitely be adding this to the recipe box.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad it turned out well! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Madeline! xo
Whit says
This was easy and delicious! I didn’t have time to make the (delicious sounding) crust, but I used a pre-made GF pie crust.
I served this alongside an omni quiche someone else made and everyone got seconds of my quiche, and talked about how good it was hours after brunch.
This is a new staple for my family! Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad everyone enjoyed it! Thanks so much for sharing, Whit! xo
Kim says
This is absolutely amazing. I didn’t have tomatoes so I just added a little more broccoli. It came out perfect. This even satisfied non-vegans. Definitely a keeper! Thank You!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad everyone enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the lovely review, Kim!
Robina Bruno says
I enjoyed making this very much.
I made more ‘crust’ than required, then discovered I didn’t have enough tofu so added 2 tbs of light tahini.
Then my creatives got into gear and I added a splash of mild chilli sauce and a splash of tamari (because I’d been light on the salt).
To top it off I used a squeezy puffer to dust the top with smoked paprika.
The result blew me and my fellow eaters away.
I can’t wait to re-create this dish using my own homemade hummus.
Great recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Love the creativity, Robina! Thanks so much for sharing!
Susan says
This is delicious! It was just what I needed. Warm and comforting, nutiritious and filling. I don’t feel a bit guilty for having two portions.
I made it as written. In the future I may add different veggies and seasoning to experiment a bit, but I know the recipe is a winner as is.
Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Susan! Thanks for sharing!
Anna says
I absolutely loved this. I’m a huge fan of your recipes! I accidentally bought smoked tofu but it worked so well. I also put just a pinch of black salt into the tofu mixture to increase the eggy flavour and it was delicious! Can’t wait to make it again.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the sharing, Anna. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Sarah says
I mostly followed the recipe, and it came out really great. Even though there are several steps in the process, I recommend this rich, satisfying quiche. Especially loved the roasted leeks, the generous black pepper, and the hashbrown crust. My changes: omitted nutritional yeast but subbed about 1/2 tsp tumeric for color; had to improvise homemade hummus using white beans instead of chickpeas (yum), and sprinkled the top with 2 Tbs fresh rosemary, a few sprigs of fresh dill, garlic powder, paprika, and Aleppo pepper. Definitely had to foil the outer crust for the last 20 min of baking to avoid burning. I’d plan for one 9.5 inch quiche per three adults if serving as a main course, just to be conservative.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Sarah! Thanks so much for sharing!
JOSIE says
Excellent recipe. I used olive oil in the crust & I added a spoonful of flour & it turned out fine. I also used a variety of leftover veg. I’ll definately make this again.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for sharing, Josie!
soumya parmar says
Hello !
Can you make the tofu sauce ahead of time and keep it. How long will it last?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried that, but we think it would last 2-3 days!
Chiselle Rodriguez says
Delicious :) Thank you !
Matthew says
Sometimes I’m bad at reading all the directions and I made the mistake of just using super firm tofu rather than silken tofu. BUT it still came out amazing! I’ll make sure to use silken next time because I’m excited to see if that makes it any better. This recipe is definitely a keeper. Thank you so much for sharing!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad it turned out well! Thanks for sharing, Matthew!
Tahnee says
I’m confused with the silken tofu. I thought silken was the softest type of tofu… and after googling silken firm tofu, I can’t find anything. It seems to just range from silken to extra firm. Can anyone clarify??
I admittedly haven’t purchased silken tofu in a while, but when I did there was generally an option among the silken tofu types (soft – firm). Try to get either a firm silken, or a soft (not silken).
Juliana says
I made this today with spinach instead of broccoli, and it was great, thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Juliana! Thanks so much for sharing!
April says
I’ve just made this. I changed some of the vegetables in the quiche but basic recipe was the same. I’ve only recently given up meat and dairy. This was really good. I’ll definitely make it again. Brilliant recipe. Thank you.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, April! Thanks so much for sharing!
Maggie Johnson says
Hello! Do you think you could use Yams/Sweet Potatoes for this instead of regular?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We think that would work! Let us know if you try it!
Vee says
Awesome quiche, I always make this and it always turns out nice!
Edna says
Unfortunately, the potato crust didn’t work for me–despite spraying the pan with non-stick, it completely stuck and didn’t taste appealing. The quiche mixture, however, was great and reminded me of the frittata at my favorite vegan coffee shop in Oakland called Timeless.
I made a few adjustments to the filling. I added olive oil to the silken tofu and blended the mixture in a high power blender, since I don’t have a food processor. I also added turmeric (as I normally do for tofu scramble) and garlic powder. I left out the tomatoes and added peas and field roast Italian sausage to the filling.
If I make this again, I’ll use a vegan pie crust like Wholesome or make my own, or maybe, completely leave out the crust and make something more similar to a frittata.
Thanks for sharing, Edna! That’s helpful!
Heather says
I made this yesterday for Easter morning. It was surprisingly good! I did add a little black salt for egginess and turmeric for color. I used mushrooms and asparagus as the veggie along with the recipe’s grape tomatoes and leeks. Next time I’ll add another potato for the crust and put it all in a 10-inch pie pan. I found firm silken tofu in the dry goods section of my store, in case anyone who couldn’t find is looking for it in refrigerated section with regular tofu!
Thank you for the recipe!!
Anne says
So good! Satisfied my egg-like quiche craving and was a bit hit with my dad for Easter dinner. I was confused about the tofu because the description said extra firm AND silken, but I scanned the comments and realized it was in fact silken tofu we are to use. I used a standard block, I think 300g, which is ~50g short of what was called for but it was just fine. I used avocado oil to spray the pie plate and there was a bit of sticking, so I’d probably try a different oil next time. Thank you!
Michelle says
This tasted very good! I used one regular tomato instead of cherry tomatoes and spinach instead of broccoli. I also used black salt in the filling since I had it on hand and wanted extra eggy flavor.
Next time I might try with firm tofu because I thought it stayed just a bit too soft? And I might add extra hash browns for a thicker crust!
Shapelessjourneys says
Absolutely delicious! I used sweet potatoes and sprouts instead of brocolli, it’s what I still had left in the cupboards. Loved the hasbrown bottom!
After I’d put in the veggies & tofu, I froze the whole thing and popped it in the oven for 35 minutes for brunch after 2 days: it worked out great!
Claudia says
Do you think the filling would work in a traditional pastry crust?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We think so! Let us know if you try it!
Emmalie Taylor says
Hi, would I be able to make this with a regular pastry crust? If so would I bake the crust prior to the filling? Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We think so! We haven’t tried it though. Let us know if you give it a try!
Frances says
Karen, how did it turn out with out the oil/butter in the crust? was it crispy at all?
AJ says
SO good!!
Thanks, AJ!
Anna says
This is so delicious! I made this with full tomatoes instead of cherry (worked wonderful) and threw a few thinly sliced maters on top right toward the end of baking for a good-looking finish.
I added an extra TBSP of nutri yeast and used extra-firm airtight sealed tofu for the filling. To increase the moisture, I added about 3 TBSPs of water to the processor – it mixed up nicely and thickened well in the oven.
Can’t wait to try adding some black salt next time.
Rachel Cisneros says
I don’t like hummus at all. Is there something I can use instead?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Perhaps baba ganoush? But we haven’t tried it! Let us know if you do some experimenting!
Lauren Thomasson says
Would sour cream work instead of hummus?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried that, but we think it might work. Let us know if you try it!
Lauren says
So I’ve made it both ways — with hummus and then just tried with vegan sour cream. Oh my goodness. It’s good with hummus of course, but I prefer it with sour cream! I used Tofutti. The consistency is the same, in fact it actually holds its shape a bit better with the sour cream, and the tastes are ever so slightly different — both in a good way. So if you’re like me and prefer that sour cream taste and aren’t a hummus fanatic, go with the sour cream! The hummus was great though too. They’re both subtle and not the main flavor profiles anyhow. Thank you for this recipe! Can’t stop making it!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing, Lauren! xo
Laura says
I made this because I got the last container of tofu from Whole Foods during the pandemic and it was silken so I searched for that. I used olive oil and a Vitamix. I absolutely love this dish! Now I need to find silken tofu on a regular basis. Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Laura! Thanks for sharing!
Patricia Hanneman says
I made this tonight. I only had firm tofu not silken tofu. Mixture was very thick so I added some almond milk. It never did set up, mushy. Tasted OK, but my hubby was happy I made him regular quiche! Guess I need to give it another try?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Patricia, we would recommend giving it a try with silken tofu next time!
Ana says
This was delicious! Exactly what I was looking for – loved the fact that i already had most of the ingredients, and was easy to change one of them, or two actually… I used sweet potatoes, instaed of normal ones, and kale as i didn’t have brocoli. It was really delicious. What I find tasty in the egg substitues is it won’t feel as heavy as is the the case with quiches for me – the cheese and the egg falls too heavy. So this recipe is easy to make and was a nice way to explore the silky tofu.
Thanks for sharing!
Victoria Morehead says
I can’t wait to try this! I’m going to add a little black salt for that extra eggy flavor. Thank you for this recipe. ?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Great idea! Let us know how it goes!
Steven Mackey says
Great recipe, love the tofu mixture. Tried to simplify it by using frozen mixed bag of vegetables with added frozen spinach. Let them thaw while I prepare the tofu mixture then roughly chop them. Mix the two together without precooking the vegetables, then cook. No oil and crust.
laura says
hiya -did it hold together well without a crust? thank you
Nick Nicholson says
I loved this. Instead of tomatoes I used mushrooms. I used a little cheese on top. I used the tofu as directed but we had 2 eggs we needed to use so I put them in as well. I loved the hash brown crust. I will use a hash brown crust for every quiche now! My wife thought it was a little bland. ( I need to be more bold with the salt,pepper, and garlic…. I am learning!) I ate half of the quiche and had to make myself stop eating! I love that you can type ” hearty tofu” in the search bar and find good filling recipes! I used a Vitamix blender instead of a food processor. It worked fine.
Victoria Morehead says
I wonder if adding some black salt for a bit a sulfury-eggy taste would work well in this. Sounds delicious and I can’t wait to try it!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
It might work! Let us know if you try it!
nikki says
what if youdo not have a food processer ?
Blender?
Delaney says
This recipe is DELICIOUS! Seriously, I was definitely pretty skeptical at first (how does tofu, hummus, and nooch replace an egg?) but it WORKS. Granted, I haven’t had an egg in a while, and even longer since an actual quiche, but it tastes just as good as how I remember it. My nonvegan mother tends to equate vegan with bad, but this time I at least got her to say it was okay (baby steps!). Even if it doesn’t taste like a quiche (which, I will repeat, I think it does anyway), it’s a dang good casserole at the least.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Delaney! Thanks for sharing! xo
Dianne Hancock says
Hi Dana and thanks for all you do! I am thinking to make these for a baby shower. Can this quiche be frozen?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, we haven’t tried freezing this and aren’t sure how it would turn out. Let us know if you give it a try!
Nicole says
I made this with extra firm Sunrise brand tofu and it turned out pretty good. Had to add extra liquid to it to get to a thinner consistency so keep that kind of you do the same thing. Vegetables were broccoli, shredded carrots, leek, mushroom, and celery. I also made mini quiches without a base In a muffin tin. Would definitely make this again :)
Lauren says
Made this the night before and reheated Christmas morning. Everyone loved it. I just sautéed broccoli, mushrooms, and a bell pepper with some minced garlic and a little bit of onion. I couldn’t find firm silken tofu so I used firm tofu and I still got the batter to a smooth consistency in my food processer but the quiche was sort of falling apart which I guess would be the reason the recipe calls for a silken tofu. Flavor was great though. I will definitely be making this again with more vegetable combinations.
Whoop! Thanks for sharing, Lauren!
Karen says
This looks great! Can this be made the night before and baked in the morning?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried it, but that might work. Though you may want to keep the crust and filling separate until ready to bake to prevent the crust from getting soggy. Let us know if you give it a try!
Kelsey says
My mother has a tradition of making “Wifesaver” which is an egg, bread, bacon, cheese dish for Christmas breakfast, so when my husband and I went vegan we were really missing out. This has been a perfect replacement! We’ve made it three years in a row, and I’m sooo looking forward to it again this year. My sister went vegetarian/GF last year and joined us in the Tofu Quiche tradition. She loves it too. it’s very reminiscent of the Wifesaver flavour without all the animal products.
Lovely! Thanks for sharing, Kelsey!
Lesley says
I used onion and mushrooms as the filling and put sliced tomatoes on top before baking. It was delicious . This will definitely be a regular item on my menu.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Lesley! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Caico says
This looks delicious! I’d like to make for Christmas morning. Would this work the same if You used mushrooms instead of tomatoes?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We think that would work! Let us know how it goes!
Kelsey says
I put mushrooms in it last year and it was great!
Emily says
Hi there, do you think this recipe would taste okay if I add black salt for more if an “egg” flavor/smell? If so, how much do you think I should use and how much sea salt should I omit?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried it, but think that would work! Maybe reduce sea salt by half and start with a pinch of black salt. Let us know if you do some experimenting!
jackie trinder says
just updating my comment as I didn’t give a star rating. I give it 5 stars. It was so good we’re having it either Boxing Day or Christmas Day itself as although not the whole family is Vegan the Vegetarians and the Carnivors all devoured it. It’s even nice cold with pickle.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks Jackie!
Veronica says
Hi! Wondering if you can make this without a crust almost in a frittata type way – thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
That should work! Let us know how it goes!
jackie trinder says
I made this for a family birthday lunch as an ‘extra’ for vegan and vege family members. It turned out to be eaten with delight by the whole family.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Jackie. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Patricia says
I am not vegan, but I host a large annual holiday brunch that includes vegans, so I made this last year and am getting ready again to make it again this year. We love tofu, but as others have said, I’ve never heard of “extra firm silken” tofu, so I just use half silken and half firm. I roasted roma tomatoes, red peppers, asparagus and poblanos for a Christmas-y look and also added smoked paprika and a little mustard powder. I also simplified my life by using shredded potatoes from the freezer instead of shredding them myself.
Patricia says
I forgot to mention that I made the quiche the day before and reheated it. It turned out great!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
That sounds lovely, Patricia! Thanks for sharing! It seems extra firm silken tofu may be a little more difficult to find than we expected. Glad you were able to improvise!
Justyna says
It looks delicious! Can I make it with regular tofu (firm) instead of silken?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Justyna, some other readers have tried that. To see what they have done, you can press “ctrl+f” on a PC or “command+f” on a mac, a find bar should pop up that allows you to search for specific words (such as “firm”) in the comments. Hope that helps!
Reina says
I made this recipe with leek and pumpkin! I modified a recipe a bit and roasted the veggies with smoked paprika. When I also made hummus, I omitted cumin. It was so light and beautiful – my husband ate half of the quiche in one sitting Haha. Thanks for the amazing recipe x
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Reina. We are so glad you enjoy it! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? It’s super helpful for us and other readers. Thanks so much! Xo
Debbie says
For the amount of steps and time this took, the results were not quite adequate. The crust was very good, but the filling was mediocre. Part of that may be that I don’t like to use as much salt as the recipe suggested (I used about half) and so was relatively bland. The filling was also quite dry. I love tofu, have used it extensively and each of the ingredients are among my favorites, so I was disappointed in the results.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Debbie, if backing down on the salt, it won’t be quite as flavorful. You could perhaps compensate with some fresh or dried herbs? As for it being dry, try baking for less time if you give it another try.
Irene Raymond says
I live in Kentucky and I’ve seen firm, extra-firm and silken (soft) tofu. Which will be my best bet?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Irene, Silken tofu should be fine! Let us know how it goes!
Debbie says
I will be making this up 2 1/2 days before it will be eaten ( leaving town and then company as soon as I return home) Do you think the crust will get soggy sitting 2 days ? How long does it take to reheat at 350 ?
Excited to try this,it’s for my vegan boyfriends BD breakfast !
It may get a little soggy, yes, but should still be delicious. Feel free to reheat at 350 F for 20-30 minutes!
Debbie says
I made this last month for my Vegan boyfriends birthday and he loved it,making it again for Christmas ! The hash brown crust is wonderful addition.The only thing I changed was to add more spices,I added in 1/2 tsp paprika,1/4 tsp turmeric,1/8 tsp cayenne pepper ( and used Trader Joe’s mediterranean humus) . This time I plan to add some sun dried tomatoes to the mix…yum !
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad he enjoyed it, Debbie! Thanks for sharing!
Jaime says
My honey and I are not close to vegan and I make egg quiches frequently. That said, this quiche is exquisite. I used olive oil rather than vegan butter for the potatoes but did everything else as listed. The texture and flavor are wonderful. I am always searching for good vegan potluck recipes that everyone will like and this is a perfect winner. Make 3x more than you think you will need. It’s almost impossible to put the fork down.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for the lovely review! xo
Alec says
Could standard dried bakers’ yeast be used in place of the nutritional stuff? I assume it’s to act as a raising agent.
Nah, it’s a completely different type of yeast.
Alec says
Found it now, looks there for flavour as it’s denatured.
Not too comfortable with the grated potato crust so will do a standard wheat/oil one and use chickpea water with cream of tartar… hang on, that’s a wholly different recipe.
Holly A Hoeksema says
Hi there! Im a long-time vegan but I’m not sure I’ve ever seen ‘extra firm silken tofu’. I usually see ‘extra firm, firm, or silken’. Which one is best for this recipe? I was planning on making it this morning, bought silken tofu, but now am not sure? Help much appreciated! Thanks!
also–can I saute the veggies, instead of roasting? I know it changes the flavor, but is also quicker :)
Silken tofu should be fine! Firm silken should be available at your grocery store. But that should work!
Sautéing vs roasting should be fine!
Jenny says
This quiche is delicious! I’ve never even had egg quiche, but I was blown away by the texture and taste, and how similar it was to the “real” thing. Definitely recommend!
Thanks for sharing!!
Saska says
I can’t believe how delicious this recipe is!!! I added in roast buttnernut pumpkin and put a bit less broccoli and it tastes AMAZING! Thank you so much for all of your recipes. I adore them!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for your kind words and lovely review, Saska! We are so glad you enjoyed it! xo
Sue says
Would it still be good if I make it the night before? Not sure as I do not have much experience with reheating tofu…
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yes- reheat in the microwave or in a 350-degree F (176 C) oven.
Anna says
Amazing quiche, even my meat eating husband loved it.
Emy says
Your recipes have made my vegan days so much brighter and better–thank you for teaching me to cook things I am not afraid to present to non-vegan friends!
But how do I incorporate zucchini into this recipe? I am no pro like you, typically follow your recipes word for word :-) thank you!!!
Thanks, Emy! If you’d like to add zucchini, I’d say first roasting it with the other veggies and adding to the quiche! Zucchini can be produce more moisture after cooking, so perhaps dab with a towel after cooking if it seems to be too wet. Let us know how it goes!
Jessica DeJesus says
Enjoyed this recipe! It satisfied my craving for a quiche dish. The hashbrown crust might be my favorite part :) Next time I make it I will be adding more garlic, onion and general spices to the “egg batter mix” but the consistency was perfect for what I was hoping for. Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
So glad you enjoyed it, Jessica! Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Arielle says
I’ve made this a dozen times, it’s really great for brunch family occasions like Mother’s Day!
Mildred Ruiz Salas says
They accidentally bought active dry yeast instead of nutritional yeast. Is there a difference?
Oh yes, a huge difference. Nutritional yeast tastes cheesy and doesn’t help things rise. And dry yeast helps things rise and just taste like yeast.
Carrine Mallis says
This quiche is ridiculously good! I was skeptical the first time I made it, but then it was SOO good, and it blew my mind so much that I have been trying all of your recipes ever since. You really nailed it with this one!
My ONLY negative comment would be that its a tad time consuming (more so since I have 3 young kids), but in my opinion, its worth it.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
So glad you like it, Carrine! Thanks for sharing!
E COLLINS says
I have made this twice now. The first time I used a gluten free pie crust, but otherwise followed the recipe exactly. It was good, but my daughter said that it tasted like hummus. The second time I used Cascadian Farms root vegetable hash as the base and just added a 1/4 cup of chickpeas and some dijion mustard instead of the hummus. I turned out nice and we liked it better with the different crust.
Laura says
What consistency should the filling be when it comes out of the food processor? I plan to use my vitamix and I’m not sure how long and at what speed I should process it.
Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Laura, the mixture should be like a thick custard. Hope that helps!
Selma says
What a wonderful recipe, thanks so much! What, if anything, would make this freezer friendly? I had to omit the hummus as I hadn’t made any so out of pure desperation I had some aquafaba in the fridge so added that instead. Worked wonderfully. It was a dryer mixture than yours looked but not dry result by any means. I had also added about 1/3 cup sun dried tomato in oil so maybe that helped! The potato base is amazing, what a treat.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, we aren’t sure! We think the tofu and tomatoes would make it too watery when removed from the freezer. Perhaps swapping the tomatoes with something less watery would help, but we can’t guarantee it will work! If you give it a try, let us know how it goes!
Josue E Mercado says
Thank you for the recipe! I made this recipe for a food science experiment!
Kristen says
I made this insanely flavorful quiche today. My husband loved it so much, he ran out to get more ingredients for me to make more. I made three of these quiches today. We keep going back for another sliver. Taking one tomorrow to my in-laws with the confidence that it better than any “real” quiche I’ve ever had. Can’t thank you enough for your blog. Your recipes are game changers for two newly converted vegans.
deanna martin says
I made this today and after trying several Vegan quiche recipes which used Chicpea flour and found them very dry. You recipe was the most like the soft, creamy eggy texture of traditional quiche and hubby and I really loved it! I doubled the filling though as I had a large pie dish and I used store brought vegan pastry which I blind baked first. I used a mixtue of vegies leek, broccoli and mushroom and seasoned well with vegan parmesan. I also put some garlic powder into the “egg batter” along with the nutritional yeast and a big tablespoon of chickpea flour to give lightness and help bind it. I think this would also be lovely with little tomatoes halved and some vegan fetta. Well done on a great recipe. It made cooking (and eating) a joy!
Nancy says
Thank you; this is helpful, as I’m looking to make this for a baby shower this weekend.
Veronica says
Hello! Can I ask how long you baked the pastry before adding the egg mixture? And did that change how long you baked it once adding the mixture?
Shelly says
This was amazing!! WOW! Your recipes are consistently my favorite! Out of laziness, I used frozen shredded hash bwowns. I replaced the tomatoes with 1/2 a zuccinni and a handful of chopped mushrooms. I pressed the tofu too (habit). Perfection. Leftovers the next day made my mouth happy. Prep time was long but worth it.
Shawn says
This was delicious. I made it on Christmas Eve for Christmas breakfast and it reheated great in the morning. I made a few alterations to decrease prep time: I used frozen shredded potatoes and I cooked the crust in the toaster oven at the same time the veggies were roasting in the oven so everything came together about 30 minutes faster. Thanks for the delicious recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Great! Thanks for sharing, Shawn!
Dominic says
Hi!
Is the tofu an extra-firm block or a silken (as soft) half pint ?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
An extra-firm silken half pint!
Chelsea Seck says
Can you use just firm silken tofu? I kinda messed up and accidentally bought just firm instead of extra firm. ?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Chelsea, we haven’t tried it, but we think that would work! Other readers have mentioned successfully using various types of tofu. Hope that helps!
To says
How much hummus?
Dana Lasswell says
We love this recipe!!! I’m made it several times and it’s super flexible for variations. Yesterday I did half yukon golds and half yams and it worked great. I also made it with soft/regular refrigerated tofu, because that’s all I had, and it worked perfectly. Not quite as firm, but it totally set up. I put in Kala Namak salt instead of sea salt for that eggggy taste and used the last of the season’s chantrelles. Amazing! Thanks so much for your continuing inspirations. I have so much fun showing our friends and family how delicious and easy compassionate cooking can be. Happy, Merry Everything! Dana Lasswell
Kara Western says
This vegan quiche tastes so, so, so good. My fridge was running extra low on veggies so I only added sauteed onion and garlic to the tofu mix, but kept the rest as is. However, my potato crust didn’t crisp up. It got super brown and deliciously crunchy on the edges but beneath it stayed soggy, even though I blind baked it for an extra 15-20 mins more than the recipe states. I think next time I might grate the potatoes ahead of time, salt them, and let them drain in a colander for an hour to help remove extra moisture. Any other ideas??
Alex J says
Okay I want to make this….. but I’m terrified of tofu! Can anyone tell me…….. does this actually taste like tofu?
JulesW says
Alex J – I’m not a huge fan of tofu, but you won’t know you are eating tofu when you follow this recipe. Give it a go!
I made this today, but am not a fan of potatoes, so made up a ‘crust’ by cooking up 1/2 cup of quinoa and mixing it with 1/2 cup oats, a small handful each of sunflower and pumpkins seeds, chia seeds and hemp seeds. Added 1 tblspn of coconut oil, a tablespoon of flax seed (powdered) seasoning and water to bind. Baked this blind for about 20 minutes. Followed the filling recipe except I replaced broccoli with asparagus but next time, I wouldn’t pre-cook it – think it would cook in the filling adequately enough. Thank you – it was delicious!
Kari says
Great recipe! I made mine without vegan butter and used diced potatoes because they were what I had. I also used only broccoli because I didn’t have any leeks. I added black salt, turmeric and ground mustard and a good half cup of pico de gallo. This is definitely a very versatile recipe and great tasting. Thank you for the inspiration.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! Thanks for sharing your recipe changes, Kari!
Karen says
This looks wonderful but I don’t cook with oil or vegan butter. Any ideas about what I can use in the crust with the potatoes? Thanks
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
While you can make it without oil, it should crisp up somewhat without it but it definitely won’t be as crispy!
Karen says
Thank you for your quick response. I’ll let you know how it turns out.
Tom says
This recipe is so damn good! I much preferred the crispy hashy b base to the all-too-often soggy pastry.
My non-vegan aunts were initially very skeptical towards the idea of an egg and cheeseless quiche but ended up absolutely loving it.
Thanks for the recipe. Will definitely make again!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We are so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Tom!
Megan says
I love tofu but am always weary of new recipes as the texture can sometimes be off putting but this was delicious! The crust was crunchy and the filling so similar to egg. Even my non vegan, tofu hating partner tried it and went back for seconds!!
Will be making this again
(and again)
Kirsty Ploenges says
It was great my only dislike was the base, maybe I made the base to thick because it was still all soft and discolored by the end of it. I’d also reccomend adding as much veggies as possible (broccoli is bomb) and adding vegan cheese to the mixture. Kids ate it as if they hadn’t eaten in weeks lol it was a hit.
Taylor says
SO SO happy I found this recipe!! My boyfriend who is not a vegan and “doesn’t like quiche” came back for seconds!!!
I was in a real pinch so I did make some modifications to this recipe because I just used what I had on hand. I used silken firm tofu instead of extra firm, Sabra pine nut hummus, and Simply Potatoes o’brien style hash browns. Veggies I had on hand were broccoli, mushrooms, and an onion (instead of roasting the mushrooms I sautéed in vegan butter with minced garlic). With the store bought ingredients this recipe was SO easy and still delicious!! I definitely want to try again and stay true to this recipe, but either way we will be making this one again!
Corey says
Made this for the first time tonight and turned out well! I only had firm tofu and no problem at all after blending in the vitamix. For the potatoes, I rinsed them in cold water twice and dried thoroughly and the crust turned out perfectly! Served it with your spicy tempeh sausage for a breakfast for dinner thing.
Lynda says
This is delicious. I’ve just made it. I was very apprehensive as I hate tofu but the positive comments made me try it.
I changed the potato base and made a pastry crust with oil instead of vegan butter. It was light and crispy and amazing.
Vanessa says
Hi Dana! Wonderful recipes, thank you for sharing the food love! I recently tried this quiche and filling is very tasty. The crust was so so, the directions weren’t so clear for me. How long does the crust stays in the oven? I saw you were changing temperatures and maybe I got confused. Really appreciate your time, thanks! Vanessa
I just updated that! Bake the crust until golden brown first then set aside. Then bake veggies and set aside. Then add the veggies to the filling and add the filling to the crust and bake all together at the end. Hope that helps!
Lydia says
This was so yummy, can’t wait to make it again and mix up the veggies :) Thank you so much!
Momma S says
Wowza! This was so good. Just the smell of it cooking rounded everyone to the table early! I substituted shredded frozen potatoes. Used the onion instead of the leek and mixed with spinach before cooking. Also I doubled the recipe and used two small casserole dishes adding time to it cooking since it was thicker than a pie pan. And do to the store being out of silken tofu (must be a good change happening out there) I used one package silken that I had on hand and one package of firm, came out so so good. I was worried about the small changes but man is plant based cooking the way to go. Sooo yummy! Thank you!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We are glad you enjoyed it!
Kirstie G. says
I love this recipe! Planning to bring it to Father’s Day brunch this weekend. I’m not a fan of grating potatoes so I use the shredded hasbrowns from Trader Joe’s and it works out perfectly.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Woot woot! Thanks for the tip, Kirstie :D
Jenny says
Great recipe. The whole family loved it. Nice and easy for a weeknight. We served it with a roquette salad (roquette, olive oil, aged balsamic, lemon juice and vegan parmesan).
Ashleigh says
This is my go-to quiche recipe! I add a bit extra nutritional yeast and broccoli (my favorite veggie) and use onions instead of leek (only because onions are on hand). My husband and I so appreciate all of your simple, delicious, plant based recipes. Big thanks from Calgary!
WZ says
I just tried this, fresh out of the oven (after letting cool for about 15 minutes). It is delicious. I made a few changes:
No hummus in the house so I subbed raw tahini and about 1 TBS of lemon juice
Added dill to the tofu mixture after adding to pie pan
Used olive oil instead of melted vegan butter on crust
for veggies, I used cherry tomatoes, asparagus (chopped small), and about 1/4 of chopped potato leftover from crust mixture (pre-grate, so home-fry style chops)
Added Field Roast chorizo to quiche mixture before baking
It is flaky, fresh, and really tasty. Don’t skimp on the seasoning. Yum.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing your changes!
Larissa says
I made this for the first time yesterday…in the words of my husband “it was slamming!”…thank you for sharing this recipe. I will be making again for sure.
Mamajo says
Delicious! Tastes nothing like quiche in my opinion, but it’s still a keeper!
Mamajo says
Scratch that, this definitely tastes like quiche, if you let it cool before you start wolfing it down.
Daniella Cimmino says
I accidentally Added an extra 100g of the tofu. Will this still bake ok???
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yes, it should be fine!
Deb Wild says
Oh my goodness, so delicious, never before made, but I will be making this again! Lots of tasty homegrown veggies with crispy potatoes AND CHEESE . Thank You for sharing your masterpiece!
Deb
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re glad you enjoyed, Deb!
Corinna K says
Hi, I’m prepping for Easter tomorrow.
I’m going to make the crust, roast the veggies and process the tofu mixture today.
question: Should I leave these separate until tomorrow or mix together and let sit in fridge until tomorrow?
I want to bake it once I get to in laws rather than reheat, but would like it as close to ready as possible.
Happy Easter everyone.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Corinna! Getting to this question a bit late, but you can either assemble it all ahead of time or bake it, and then reheat at 350 degrees the next day. Hope this helps!
Morgan L says
Hey- So I LOVE the idea of the hash brown crust, but unfortunately one of my family members has a potato allergy. Is there anything we could sub the potatoes with? She is able to have sweet potatoes. Each holiday we make at least one or two of your recipes and they’re always big hits! I can’t wait to try this one! Thanks in advance!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Morgan! We’d recommend using sweet potato in place of potato! Let us know how it goes :D
Stacy says
Hi! Although I’ve been following you for about one year and I just found this recipe. I can’t nutritional yeast so should I substitute it with something else or just leave it out?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Stacy! Not necessarily, but it does inject a lot of flavor. If you try it without, let us know how it goes!
Dave says
Wow! The hashbrowns really make this recipe. I added wood ear mushrooms, liquid smoke and tamari to give it a little bacon flavor and it rocks.
My question is in making the tofu mix a bit fluffier. I’ve used almond milk with lemon in it to fluff pancakes better… I wonder if a little of this would help?
Dave says
I forgot to rate it
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Thanks for taking the time to go back and rate it, Dave! It means a lot to us!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Dave! We have not tried it, but I think that could work to make them fluffier! If you give it a try, report back on how it goes!
Joseph says
Hi Dana,
My store doesnt sell Extra-Firm silken tofu. Is regular Extra-Firm ok?
Thanks so much!
Joseph says
Hi again,
I just wanted to say I ended up making it with regular Extra Firm instead of Extra Firm Silken and it came out great!! what an awesome recipe :)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried making it with regular extra-firm but would recommend silken if you manage to find it!
Anne says
All I can say is THANK YOU!!!! As a newly plant based, vegan-for-a-treat eater (6.5 months, down almost 90 pounds!!!), I have MISSED quiche. Little did I know I’ve also missed spinach artichoke dip!! I didnt have any potatoes on hand, but did have some amazing vegan frozen crust. So I par baked that, and followed your recipe except using soft silken tofu (all I had) and adding some freshly squeezed lemon juice (maybe 1/8 tsp), a tsp onion powder, finely minced fresh thyme, shallot, garlic, parsley and green bell pepper (maybe a tbsp total) to the tofu purée. I didnt have any homemade hummus on hand, so I used 7tbsp of cooked chickpeas and some extra parsley, assumed the tiny lemon squeeze would be ample for my hummus, and blended with all of your ingredients. I sautéed chopped spinach, 1 chopped shallot, and 1 chopped yellow onion and a drop or two of liquid smoke in 1tbsp vegan butter until the onions were almost translucent, and then added the smoky veggie mix to the tofu purée. Spread it out in the par baked pie shell, sprinkled 1/4 c. fresh chopped chives on top, and followed your baking instructions. And it was absolutely out of this world. And I HATE tofu!!! This was absolutely fantastic, and tasted exactly like spinach artichoke dip!! Thank you so much!!!! I cant wait to try this with a potato crust and other veggies – BRILLIANT!!! You are a genius!!! Xoxoxo
Becky says
Can I make this without the crust?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
I think so!
Helen Portas says
Love the sound of this! Would it be possible to freeze leftovers? (Not that I’m anticipating many!!)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Not sure! Let me know if you try it.
Janet says
Excellent recipe. I used a premixed seasoning and the outcome was delicious. My non vegan work friends loved it! This isnoeymy go to quiche recipe. And it’s easy to make!
Leah says
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! My omnivorous ;) father made it for an early Christmas present, and I ate the whole thing in two days! We remade it tonight for Christmas dinner :). Here’s my low fat version for my fellow HCLFers
– I sprayed the pan with coconut oil.
– I didn’t add oil to the potatoes
– I threw in veggies (thawed Frozen brocolli and fresh spinach) right with the tofu/hummus – and I didn’t cook them beforehand
– My “hummus” was chickpeas, lemon juice, water, and garlic.
– Also, I added rosemary and thyme to the potatoes and it was amazing!
– I topped the whole thing with marinated chopped garlic in lemon juice
– I didn’t use any vegan butter
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
JenC says
Have made this a few times and refined to our taste: I use closer to 4 cups of potatoes (use frozen shredded hashbrowns to save time and mess). I skip the cherry tomatoes- they introduce a lot of moisture which made it difficult for me to get the firm texture we like. I add a few pinches of turmeric to get an ‘eggy’ color, and this time I made the tofu filling ahead of time and refrigerated; somehow, this made the flavor even better (plus made for much faster prep for brunch on Christmas morning). Mix roasted veggies into tofu mixture and pour into crust just before baking. We bake at least 40 minutes but probably closer to 45 or 50 to get firm consistency. This is absolutely delicious!
Imi says
Hey Dana! ?
I’m from Australia and I have recently become OBSESSED with ALL of your recipes!! I am currently in the middle of you 31 day meal plan and I am loving it!
I just had a quick question about the tofu quiche. Would it be possible to freeze the left overs? And if so, how long would they last in the freezer?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi! We haven’t tried it but if you do, let us know how it goes!
Danielle Whitall says
Made this tonight! So amazing! As expected coming from minimalist baker! Added extra nutritional yeast, and toasted pine nuts to mine. Incredibly moorish and never nutritious ! So easy too!! Recommend this recipe to anyone missing their quiche after transitioning to vegan.
Devon says
I made this for a brunch I hosted were I knew I would be the only vegan. I also ordered a bunch of regular meat and veggie quiches from Marie Callendars. This quiche got eatten faster and got more compliments than any of the ones I bought! Tons of people asked me for the recipe and were surprised it was vegan. Even my 6 year daughter asked if I would make it more often. Total winner!
Tracy says
Amazing…. first time using nutritional yeast, and I thought it was great. It added that cheesy flavor the quiche needed. I have enjoyed each of your recipes that I have made, as does my 3 yro, and my husband.
Pau says
Just made this with sweet potato hash crust! Didn’t have hummus so I added 2 tbs of miso paste. So good! I used tossed kale and onions as my veggies and topped it with Kite Hill yogurt.
Thanks so much for sharing this!
It.Hit.The.Spot.
-Pau
Maggi says
This was delicious! It isn’t complicated but does require a bit of a time investment. Totally worth it!
Everyone asked for a second helping – and I was the only vegan at the table ;)
Culpritsmom says
What a great recipe! I followed it as written except I’m one of those no oil vegans. I did spritz the pans but that was it and it still turned out incredible. It comes together so fast. I returned from the gym, put it together and by the time my dh returned from his run and had showered, a gourmet breakfast was ready! I served it with sourdough biscuits and fresh fruit topped with chopped mint. Another winner! Thank you!
Angel Cleary says
Hello! I am also one of those vegans. =D Just to clarify, you just tossed the potato in salt and pepper and pressed it together no problem?
Thank You!
Culpritsmom says
Yes. I think that is all I did!
Lindsey says
This turned out wonderfully! I used firm tofu and added a little turmeric for an eggy color. The vegans and non vegans both enjoyed this! I’ll definitely make it again!
Great! Thanks for sharing, Lindsey!
Manon says
Hey! Do you think this could be done without crust? Although I love the idea of the hashbrown crust, I’m on a very difficult and strict diet right now so it’s not really an option… Would it be possible to make the tofu and vegetable mixture and bake it in a cake lined with baking sheets for example? Or would it stick to the paper? I’ve seen a few recipes making it in silicone muffin-tins but I want to make one big quiche, not a bunch of little ones :)
I do! Maybe just dice some potatoes in the bottom for a faux crust!
Megan says
This was SO good! I didn’t have hummus or nutritional yeast but I added Vegan Pepperjack cheese pieces into the mix (not blended in, just mixed in) and it was so good, I also don’t have a cheese grater so I used sweet potato slices for the crust, just layered them up! I was surprised how much I liked the texture and I’m definitely not as wary of tofu as I was previously.
FP says
This quiche was delicious! Tasted just like real quiche. Eggy and cheesy, loved the potato crust too…will make again!
vinita contractor says
Hi Dana,
Will be trying recipe for sure!
Any alternatives to hummus in the filling?
Also would like to make it oil free/ butter free. Any suggestions?
Thank you.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Vinita! It should crisp up somewhat without the oil, but it definitely won’t be as crispy! As for the hummus, just leave it out and add more silken tofu! Hope this helps!
Alexis says
Hey Dana, why only two days in the fridge? I’d love to make this on Monday and enjoy for the rest of the week! Thanks in advance!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Alexis! After a couple days, the crust becomes soggy and is not as great as when fresh. Hope this helps!
FP says
Good luck not eating it all in one sitting after you tastes how good it is! I was planning to save some but nope, ate it all lol!
Jen107 says
This turned out delicious. It does take some time to prep and cook, but it was worth it. I followed the recipe exactly, but I might experiment next time with mushrooms, peppers, spinach- I think the base recipe would work great with all kinds of veggie combos. Since this takes a while to make and we have busy lives, I might try to double next time and freeze one.
Erin says
This looks gorgeous! I want to make these as mini quiches for my baby shower! Would I have to alter the cooking time if I used a muffin tin instead? Thank you!
Sarah says
Did you end up trying it? I want to make them in a muffin tin as well and am wondering about your results.
HL says
Just made this and am loving it – though I do have to admit, mine isn’t that pretty! We’re having it for dinner but I think it would make such a killer brunch. The hashbrown crust is happy making :)
Liz says
So delicious!!
Kirsten says
There are so many vegan quiche recipes out there now. But when I saw that Minimalist Baker’s was at the top of the search, I was done. I have loved every single thing I have made from your recipes. Thank you Dana!
Heather says
This was absolutely amazing. I made the quiche filling the night before and cooked it christmas morning. I used a store bought vegan pie crust instead of the potato crust to save time and make it more of a traditional quiche for my carnivore family. I used regular tofu (instead of silken) and it worked just fine. I also used mushroom instead of tomatoes, and went for the onions too. I don’t think my grandparents even knew that there were no eggs in it. My dad was a big fan, as was I. I will definitely be making this again and will have to try it with the potato crust.
Katrina says
I just made this with soft tofu and it turned out GREAT! Thank you!
Heather says
I am not familiar with cooking with tofu and am new to veganism. Can I use regular tofu or does it have to be silken?
I think you can use regular! I haven’t tested it myself, but have heard that it’s possible. Let me know if you give it a go!
Gagan Kaur says
I have made this recipe several times and it has always turned awesome. Just wanted to say thanks for putting this recipe together and sharing. It has tantalized our taste beds every time!
Tina says
This was an easy recipe to follow and so delicious! My boyfriend and I polished the while thing off enthusiastically. :) I used a red bell pepper instead of tomatoes, since that’s what I had on hand. That’s all I did differently. Super, I will definitely make this again!
Samta says
Froze and defrost perfectly! What a treat! X
Leah says
I’ve made this several times and each time it was INCREDIBLE. A friend of mine also made it and ended up subbing some asparagus in which turned out amazing! Thanks minimalist! :)
Lindsay says
I made this and my husband and I really liked it. I did not have leeks or tomatoes, so I subbed in the onion and also a handful of chopped sundries tomatoes (from a jar packed in oil). It worked well. Next time I would love to try the leeks and tomatoes and probably would not cook it quite as long as I did. I think I worried too much about the firm top and the crust being entirely golden brown.
Sam says
This was AMAZING! If you have just read this recipe and miss quiche you NEED THIS IN YOUR LIFE – go make it NOW!!!! Delicious and hearty, thank you so much for the recipe – a household favourite straight away! I have made it three times this week! X
cassie says
This recipe is absolutely delicious!! Thank you for sharing!!
I actually had made some vegan “feta cheese” (see here: http://greenevi.com/vegan-tofu-feta-cheese-new-and-improved/), and crumbled it on top of the quiche before putting it in the oven- turned out really great! Also, I had some canned jackfruit on hand (which shreds kinda like chicken), so I added that to the roasted veggie mixture. Really pleased with the recipe!
Samta says
Ooops sorry for the repeated question!
Samta says
Oh my goodness this is going to be my main activity this Saturday – looks delightful! Do you think this would freeze well? Thank you for all the amazing recipes you share with us!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We haven’t tried it but if you do, let us know how it goes!
Maggie says
Any update on the freezing?
T Mitchell says
I have not tried this yet but would probably alter a few things: par cook ANY potato in the microwave – this tip follows for any potatoe pancake recipe as well. Use a cast iron skillet and heat it up before pressing in potatoe mixture (careful with hot pan). And forget roasting the veggies here – quicker to sauté before adding to crust.
terri says
This is delicious. Made it tonite and I am surprised how good it is. I don’t eat a lot of tofu but I will definitely make this again!!
Cadence says
Just made this quiche and I am so happy with the results! I added mushrooms but followed everything else exactly and it’s delicious :)!
Adela says
Your recipes are amazing. Anxious to try this!! Could I swap out the regular potatoes for sweet potatoes?
deanna martin says
I made this today and it is really nice. Thankyou for the recipe. I have posted my quiche on my fb page to inspire my vegan friends and recommended it to others. Thanks so much
Ellie says
Do you reckon this would freeze? Great recipe though, I’m excited to try it!
Not sure! Let me know if you try it.
Maggie says
Did you try freezing it?
Tina b says
Just made this! I’m typing as I’m eating and oh my goodness it is delicious!! Love your recipes, thank you!
Patricia says
I have made this recipe twice now. I think it is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, with a tiny addition, half broccoli and half asparagus. My neighbor loved it as did my guests at a wedding shower I hosted. The flavors are really nice. I will make it again and I have told so many friends about it. This is a winner for sure!
Haley says
This was edible, but I did not care for the flavors too much. My hashbrown crust got too crispy on the outside and too soggy closer to the quiche. The veggie combination was a bit bitter for me. I was hoping for a more cheesy flavor. One of very few misses on your blog nonetheless.
JC says
This is a great dish and not at all hard to make. I didn’t have silken tofu on hand, so made this with regular firm tofu with the liquid added, plus about a tablespoon of the liquid from a can of white beans (it sounds weird, but it works). I blended with ferocity and the texture came out beautifully. I also added a teaspoon of mustard (dijon) and some smoked salt to the tofu blend to encourage ‘egginess’. I’ve heard smoked paprika is good for faking savory egg mixtures as well.
Leaf says
When you say you made it with extra firm block tofu with “the liquid added” do you mean the water that the tofu soaks in, or was there a different liquid combination suggested? I didn’t read the recipe close enough and ignored the “silken” part.
Thanks!
Blaire says
I adore this recipe. My boyfriend and I were pretty doubtful on first attempt, and were discussing what we would have instead (when it came out and we didn’t like it). But alas, this meal blew our minds, and now, I make it for all of my non-vegan friends. Everyone loves it. Anyhow, I continue to have trouble with the crust not getting crispy, and the edges seem to always burn (which is OK, still tastes amazing). Should I try to dehydrate the tots a bit before cooking? Any tips?
Pat King says
Just discovered you on IG? This quiche is an amazing dish! I added vegan sausage and cheese….perfection??
Miriama says
I am little confused (not native speaker).
First you bake a crust, then you put it out of the oven, prepare vegetable. Then you put vegetable and crust to the oven separately. Until the crust is baked and after that you will move vegetable into crust and bake it. At the end you add tofu, etc.
Or you bake a crust, and meantime prepare vegetable. Put vegetable onto crust and bake it together. And at the end you add tofu etc.
Kristyn says
Did we all just have terrible experiences with Tofu and something to drown it in? My sauce of choice was sweet chilli. It wasn’t horrid, but it wasn’t great. I havnt eaten tofu since…until now.
This recipe was delicious and simple to prepare
Will definitely be revisiting this one again
Thank you for sharing :)
Cille says
I just made this recipe and I love how it tastes! Unknowingly, I used a finer grater than I probably should have for the potatoes. The crust turned out more like a doughy crust than a hashbrown crust, but it was very good. The only reason it did not get a 5 was because it took me much longer than 15 minutes. I would say an hour and a half just to prepare it. But overall, it is a good recipe.
Vegetarian Cannibal says
I just made this and it is DELISH!!!! Thank you for posting this recipe. My omni husband liked it too. :)
tasha says
I made this tonight and I didn’t follow the directions and It turned out to be more of a tofu scramble with hashbbrowns. It was really watery and the hashbbrowns weren’t brown as yours. Still good! I added rosemary, mushrooms and spinach.
Jesse says
Do I have to use the nutritional yeast? I’m not a huge fan of it.
Not necessarily, but it does inject a lot of flavor. I don’t think it makes this cheesy, it just adds overall flavor. But if you try it without, let me know how it goes!
Kathleen says
This was so yummy and was part of a great brunch! Thanks for all your wonderful recipes!
Paula Pinky says
Scrumptious! I made mini ones in a muffin tin lined with lazy ready made (vegan) pastry. I sautéed onion and just used sweetcorn with piri piri hummus. Very tasty.
Melly says
Not sure about the potato crust as mine just went soggy – could have been brand of the vegan butter I used.
However the filling was really delicious and I am making it again today with a vegan pastry crust to try out.
Please can people leave more comments for other recipes it’s really helpful :)
Amanda says
This is an amazing recipe! I have looked everywhere for organic silken tofu, but no luck. I decided to go with a firm organic block tofu, I blitzed it in my food processor with about 3-4 tablespoons of almond milk, to help it along and make it smooth. It isn’t quite as silky and smooth, as silken tofu, but the taste is delicious and worth it for organic tofu. Thank you for all of your wonderful recipes :)
Nancy says
Thank you for that information, as I also must use organic tofu.
Erin says
I’ve been following the site for years and love all the innovative vegan/vegetarian recipes you’ve posted! I made this a couple months back and LOVED it, and now I’m making it again for my mom next week. Takes a while to make, but totally worth the wait. I’ve never had quiche before (been somewhat vegan since childhood) but I assume this is close, if not much better! Thanks so much for sharing.
Kimiko says
I JUST made this for my husband and I and it was THE most amazing dish I have had so far since we stopped eating animal products. I have to make about six of these at a time, though–they’re THAT good! I have a video podcast where I have a small segment where I talk about vegan cooking/food and I will definitely link this recipe in my podcast! I’m off to have the last quarter of the quiche.
Thanks soooooo much!
Joyce says
This tastes so good. Thank you for creating this recipe!
I substituted garlic/leeks with sweet peppers and tasted wonderful.
Kellie says
I am about to make this quiche, but this is confusing: “Place [veggies, in baking pan, I think] in the 450 degree oven with the crust. When you take out the crust, lower heat to 400 and continue baking until soft and golden brown (a total of 20-30 minutes).” The previous instructions say to put the vegetables in the oven next to the quiche. So when DO I take the quiche out? And when I take the quiche out, what continues baking? it must be the veggies, but it’s leeks and tomatoes and broccoli, so will they really turn soft and golden brown?
Courtney says
Hi! I am confused by these instructions too. Did you figure it out?
Meredith says
I. LOVE. THIS. RECIPE.
I make it all the time, my newly-vegan husband loves it, my vegetarian and omnivorous extended family loves it. I added kala namak one time, but honestly it doesn’t even need it (who misses sulfur anyway?). I’m making it this morning for Christmas brunch with family. Since I don’t have leeks or cherry tomatoes, I am going to make two different quiches and experiment with fillings, including soy chorizo! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe – it is brilliant and so simple!
Elizabeth Adkisson says
Yum!! Could I use normal extra firm tofu in place of silken tofu? That’s all I have at the moment so if that’s possible I’d love to make or for Christmas breakfast!!
I don’t think sol
Courtney says
Did you end up using extra firm tofu?
Trudy says
Do you think this would be okay to freeze for a few days? Would be a lovely addition to Boxing Day dinner but I’m trying to make as much as possible on the days beforehand!
Hmm, I’m not sure. I haven’t tried that! But if you do, let me know how it goes!
Maureen Cram says
Going to make the recipe as mini quiches in muffin pans. I have guests arriving for Christmas after a very long international flight from the US (I am in South Africa) so this is going to be part of brunch!
Ali says
I am a bit of an unadventurous vegan – I love eating adventurous food, but I when I cook for myself, I tend to just make the same old boring staples. The other day I was at a party and the omnis were all eating delicious-looking quiches. It made me remember how much I used to love quiche. I Googled ‘vegan quiche’, and came across your recipe (I have, of course, been to this fabulous blog before though!!) When I read how easy it would be, how healthy it is and how stellar the comments/reviews were… I made a decision to snap out of my quotidian banality, try something new and cook it the following day. I followed your recipe (I made two tiny additions – a dash of dijon mustard and some kala namak/black salt – to really exaggerate the cheesy/eggy flavour) and I have to say this is one of the best dishes I have ever cooked – it tastes exquisite and looks beautiful. I can’t believe how delicious the filling is. You are truly a culinary mastermind. I now feel so galvanised and inspired – I’m going to work my way through your recipes and start cooking exciting meals for myself!! Thank you so much.
Bronwyn & Noelle says
Okay, this was A-MAZING. We have been cooking everything off this website for almost a year now and were a bit hesitant to try the silken tofu (mostly because we didn’t know where the heck it was in the grocery store) but it turned out so great.
Thank you! We love your recipes!
Ah, thanks so much! This is a favorite of mine as well. Glad you enjoyed it!
Vanessa says
I was wondering if there was any suggestions on a substitute for the tofu… This recipe looks amazing, but I have a gluten, egg, and soy allergy so I am unable to use eggs AND tofu. Lol I wanted to incorporate sausage too ((I’m not vegan, just have to look for recipes I can add meat to with all the other issues)) but I’m afraid just removing the tofu won’t give me the creamy egg consistency this quiche gives. Thank you!
Heather says
Hi Vanessa! I know this is an old post and I hope you have found an answer! If not, try Follow Your Heart VeganEgg. LIFE CHANGING. I am not vegan either but have an egg allergy and a personal aversion to soy. I use this stuff for everything.
A Wilhelm says
I am not vegan but my niece and nephew are and I love to make things for them. I decided to make a pie crust instead of the potato crust. Instead of roasting the vegetables I sautéed asparagus, broccoli and green onions with the garlic but not the tomatoes. I added the sautéed vegetables and the uncooked tomatoes to the tofu mixture, spread it in the unbaked pie shell and left it for my nephew to bake. They have a convection oven so the pie crust cooked nicely. I was able to prep this in about 45 minutes with a homemade pie shell with my substitutions. My nephew will try a lot of things I make but will only eat seconds if he really likes it. He ate 3/4 of this dish for dinner. So it was a hit!!! Next time I think I will add sautéed mushrooms as well. Bravo and thanks for the great recipe.
Any ideas or thoughts on a sauce to drizzle or add to it? Maybe a balsamic glaze? What about spices to add flavor and mask the tofu?
karishma says
Would sweet potatoes work for the crust? I am trying to cut carbs.
That should work!
Kirstin Cook says
I really love this recipe, I’ve made it several times now and gobbled up the whole thing every time. I do prefer a whole wheat crust, and add my own veggies like mushrooms and spinach. This worked well assembled the night before, and baked in the morning. And even better as leftovers! Thank you!!
Courtney says
Hi! How did you assemble the night before since it sounds like you need to bake the crust and the veggies separately? Do you mean you did those steps and then assembled it and baked the whole thing the next day?
Marta says
I made it… it’s a keeper!!
will experiment with different veggies and I’ll add black salt next time :)
Thanks for sharing!!
Natalie says
Made this at the weekend! Was a slight fail as my blender isn’t great and I had no nutritional yeast but i still enjoyed it!
Thanks for a great recipe x
Candace says
I’ve been vegan for almost 4 months and this is the first proper meal I’ve attempted to make. I’m really not good at cooking. Mine didn’t keep its shape! Should I keep it in the oven for longer?
Yes! Bake it longer!
Kathryn Tate says
Yes. It is still in the oven after 40min.
But it is getting there!!!
Ilana says
Do you think these can be made in mini mini muffin forms for small tastes as part of an hors d’oeuvres table? Thank you
I do! Let me know if you give it a try!
Ilana says
Ok, I will try to see if it works. I will do a trial as I want to make them for Rosh Hashana dinner we have here soon. I have a crowd of about 20 something, so individual portions helps the pass me’s. Thanks!
Ilana
Jen C says
I was hoping to do these as muffins too. How did it work out?
Ilana says
fine only I had to skip the potato crust…
Melissa J Lacher says
Hi! Did you adjust the bake time or temp at all?
LJ says
Excellent recipe! Love the hashbrown crust idea, will try it next time. I made it crustless in a muffin pan (or tin muffin cupcake liners to be exact). Turned out beautifully. Added some tumeric for health and to enhance the yellow egg-like color. My favorite fillings are onion, herbs, garlic and spinach/broccoli/mushroom/mushroom and spinach. Would love sundried tomatoes on top. In South Africa, in my family, we eat it as part of main meal of the day for special occassions. Never had it for breakfast before. :) Yummy any time of the day, even as cold leftovers.
Joan says
I just made this, it’s amazing! Thank you! It’s made considerably more than expected, just wondering if this it’s freezer friendly and if so, is there any specific process for defrosting? Worried about turning the hash potato base into a soggy mess!
Melanie says
I made this today, and my husband and I loved it! I used red onions and spinach for the veggies and it was wonderful! The tofu had a nice “scrambled” egg feel to it. I think we will be making this type of quiche on a regular basis. I might even take it into work for our next potluck. Thanks!
Wonderful! I agree on the “scrambled eggs” texture and taste. Thanks for sharing, Melanie! xo
Erin says
Just made this for my husband’s birthday breakfast. He loves his eggs but we recently went entirely plant based. He is not missing those eggs with this recipe.
Oh yay! Glad to hear it, Erin! xo – Happy birthday to your guy!
Beth says
Great recipe! Was thinking of sauting the vegies but so glad I didn’t. They were awesome roasted. I threw in some red pepper I had too. Didn’t have hummus made up but had tahini and chick peas so added each as is. Both me and my husband love this one! It’s a keeper!
Wonderful! thanks for sharing, Beth!
maria corbacioglu says
Thank you for the recipe. I did it yesterday for the family.
We are not vegan but i think it was a great option for a light meal.
Congratulations for your blog!
Emily says
Your recipes are always so delicious and simple, I think they could turn the whole world vegan. Coming from a time-pressed working student, do you think it would be possible to use frozen hashbrowns? I am just trying to avoid grating those potatoes!
So kind! Yes, I think you can use storebought hashbrowns. Best of luck!
Nadia says
I just made this recipe yesterday for mother’s day brunch for all omnivores except for me! It was a hit. I had never tried quiche before (vegan or not) and totally loved how it turned out. I used pre-made frozen hashbrowns, which worked well(yay lazy!). I have been vegan for 15 years and am in love with how easy and delicious your recipes are!! THANK YOU.
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing Nadia!!
Kristy Sloan Wilhoite says
Hi there! Can I use non-silken tofu in this recipe? I prefer to use the block style, so could I add a bit of unswt almond milk or veggie broth to get the right consistency? Should the tofu and hummus mixture have a fairly thick texture?
Thanks!
You might be able to, but it likely won’t get as creamy. But if you’re OK with that, it should work fine!
JOCE says
WOW I really want to make this! Is it recommended to leave out humhums though? Or an substitute?
Ruth Marshall says
I just made this. It is very rich, so no I didn’t miss the eggs!! Wish my oven was better, cos if I was able to get that hash brown base crusty it would have been so much better, cos the crusty bits on the side were awesome. Will probably try again. Oh, and there is no way the prep time is 15 minutes, 30 minutes more like, with all the hand grating for the potatoes I did!
Carole Chapple says
I made this for dinner tonight, subbing in a wholemeal pastry crust instead of the potato one ( I don’t have a problem with gluten). It was quite delicious and there will be some to freeze and some to take to work for tomorrow’s lunch!
Thank you!
Orysia says
I would love to try this recipe, but with a sesame allergy in the house I can’t cook with hummus. Do you think just leaving it out would work? Or can you suggest a substitution?
Sorry for the earlier response – didn’t see the sesame part! You could also just sub more silken tofu.
Kate says
Orysia, my nephew is allergic to sesame as well, so I’ve experimented with different tahini-free hummus recipes. Here is a good one without any sesame ingredients that you could possibly use: http://thewholesomedish.com/simple-hummus-without-tahini/
Charlotte says
Hii, this is wonderful I cant wait to make it! Do you think I can sub the potatoes for sweet potatoes, and the v butter for coconut oil?? :D excited to try this out!
I do! Let me know how it goes!
Anna says
Oh my goodness, this was delicious! The only change I made was using real butter instead of vegan and using jarred sundried tomatoes instead of roasting my own. I am not vegan and I really think this is better than a quiche. They usually seem kind of dry and spongy to me. This, however, was deliciously creamy!
I think I’m going to make the tofu/veggie sauce in a zoodle pasta bake- it seems like it would be delicious even like that!
Thank you for another great recipe! You are definitely on my (short!) list of bloggers that I totally trust my taste buds to.
Wonderful! thanks for sharing, Anna!
Tece Markel says
Hello! This recipe looks awesome! I am trying to eat oil free. How would that work for the crust? Any sub for the margarine? Thanks!
It should crisp up somewhat without the oil, but it definitely won’t be as crispy!
Katie says
Super yummy. Your tofu recipes really please, and amaze, my tastebuds. Next I’m gonna make your tofu stir fry. (Woohoo!) Well, this tofu quiche is simply amazing. I love it.
Mica says
I’m always looking for recipes with nutritional yeast (for the B12), and this was delicious! Definitely one of the best tofu quiche recipes I’ve come across. I substituted red peppers for the tomatoes and made a sweet potato crust. The omnivores loved it too :)
Thanks!!
Kate says
Yumm this is excellent. I am a lay vegan with little talent for cooking and no fancy kitchen gizmos and found this easy and fun to make. Followed the recipe exactly, except that I didn’t make the crust, I used 1/2 a chopped onion rather than leeks, and used broccoli, mushrooms, and spinach for the vegetables. Roasted all except the spinach for 20 minutes at 375, then proceeded as directed. Mine’s a little crumbly which I believe is due to all the vegetables I stuffed in it but the taste and texture are amazing! I’m taking a long weekend trip this coming weekend with non-vegans and I think I will make this ahead of time to be my breakfasts! Thanks for the excellent recipe.
Great! Thanks for sharing, Kate!
Nancy C says
Novice speaking so please don’t laugh:
What can you substitute if you do not have the nutritional yeast?? I don’t know anything about this yeast and wonder if it is simply for the taste? I am not a cook but this looks easy and I have almost all the ingredients. I notice that there is a link to sprouted wheat and wonder if a slice of sprouted ezekiel bread could be thrown into the processor.
Amber says
The nutritional yeast is used mainly to provide a cheesy flavor that is hard to come by in vegan dishes. It is also a source of B-12 and other vitamins which is why it’s called nutritional. B-12 is hard to get in vegan diets and usually has to be supplemented. You can usually find it in the health food section of your grocery store or a health food store. I’m not really sure of a good substitute. Perhaps a vegetable bouillon or maggi or smoke seasoning though these can be full of msg so you would probably be better off with the nutritional yeast.
Sarah says
You could try a bit of marmite and grate some vegan cheese into the mix, maybe?
Michelle says
I literally just got it out the oven and eating it as I’m commenting right now. It. is. SO. good. Beyond words. Its super duper creamy and the crust is perfect. I recommend following the hummus recipe to use in this quiche!