Description
Quiche au Thon et aux Tomates is a delightful dish that brings together the flavors of tender tuna and ripe tomatoes in a simple yet satisfying preparation. Perfect for any occasion, this quiche is versatile enough to serve as a quick dinner, a light lunch, or a show-stopping appetizer at gatherings. With minimal cooking skills required, even beginners can master this recipe. The creamy filling combines pantry staples like canned tuna, fresh tomatoes, and cheese, resulting in a comforting meal that your whole family will love. Serve it warm or at room temperature with a crisp salad for a complete dining experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 250 g flour
- 125 g butter
- 1 egg (for the dough)
- 200 g canned tuna
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 150 g grated cheese
- 3 eggs (for the filling)
- 200 ml cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix flour, butter, egg, and salt until smooth. Roll out the dough and fit it into a tart pan.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Prepare the filling: Flake the tuna into a bowl, dice the tomatoes, and combine them with cheese, eggs, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the filling over the dough in the tart pan and smooth it out.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like basil or oregano into the filling. You can substitute other vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for a unique twist on this classic recipe.