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Air Fryer Cheats Quiche
This is such a quick and easy lunch, high in protein and super filling. Over 44g of protein and 522 calories.
SERVES
1
CALORIES
522
COOKING TIME
15 mins
DIFFICULTY
simple
Can you make a quiche in the air fryer?
Yes! An air fryer is brilliant for making quiche. It cooks the egg mixture evenly and gives you a nice golden top without needing the oven. Using a tortilla wrap instead of pastry makes it lighter, quicker, and lower in calories too.
What is a cheats quiche?
A cheats quiche is just a quicker version of the classic… instead of faffing with pastry, you use a tortilla wrap as the base. It still holds the filling, but saves loads of time and keeps things healthier. Perfect for busy lunches or when you fancy something easy.
How long does it take to cook quiche in the air fryer?
Around 15 minutes at 200°C should do the trick, depending on your air fryer and how deep your dish is. Keep an eye on it – once the eggs are set in the middle, it’s ready.
Can I customise the fillings?
That’s the best thing about a cheats quiche. You can throw in whatever you’ve got in the fridge – peppers, mushrooms, leftover chicken, feta, even smoked salmon. It’s one of those easy lunch recipes you’ll never get bored of.
Is air fryer quiche healthy?
Definitely. Using a tortilla wrap instead of pastry makes it lighter, and adding cottage cheese bumps up the protein. Plus, you can load it with veg. It’s a great option if you’re after a healthier lunch that still feels filling.
Can you eat air fryer quiche cold?
Yes – it’s just as nice cold. Make one ahead of time and pop it in the fridge. It’s handy for packed lunches or meal prep.
Do I need a dish to make quiche in the air fryer?
Yes, you’ll need a small ovenproof dish, cake tin, or ramekin that fits in your air fryer basket. This keeps the egg mixture contained and helps the tortilla crisp up at the edges.
Can I freeze air fryer quiche?
You can, but it’s best eaten fresh. If you do freeze it, make sure it’s cooled completely, then wrap it well. Defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat in the air fryer until piping hot.
Is this a good easy lunch recipe?
100%! It’s quick, cheap, uses just a handful of ingredients, and you can mix it up however you like. Pair it with a simple side salad and you’ve got a balanced lunch in under 20 minutes.
Method
Step 1
Add your tortilla wrap to a cake tin and flatten down. Add your chopped spinach, beaten egg and cottage cheese and give that a good mix. Then add the rest of your toppings.
Step 2
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 200 or air fry for 15 minutes at 200 until the egg is fully cooked.
Step 3
Slice and enjoy 😊
Ingredients
1 tortilla wrap
3 large eggs, beaten
2 tbsp fat-free cottage cheese
Handful of cherry tomatoes
2 slices of ham, diced
Handful of chopped spinach
30g reduced-fat mozzarella
Salt & pepper
