This Paleo and Keto Quiche with Smoked Salmon and Leeks is a fresh, savory dish that is ideal for spring and summer. A sturdy almond flour crust, creamy egg filling, tender leeks, fresh herbs, and smoky salmon come together for a flavorful low-carb breakfast, brunch, or light meal.
If you are looking for a paleo keto quiche that feels special but is still simple to make, this smoked salmon and leek quiche is a wonderful choice. It has the richness of a classic brunch recipe without grains, gluten, or heavy dairy. The almond flour crust bakes into a flaky, firm base that holds the filling well, while the eggs create a creamy center filled with bright herbs and savory flavor.
Leeks are a beautiful ingredient for egg dishes because they are milder than regular onions. They add a gentle sweetness and a subtle crunch that works especially well with smoked salmon. Even after baking, the leeks keep enough texture to make every slice more interesting. Paired with garlic, dill, chives, and nutritional yeast, they give this quiche a fresh, balanced flavor that tastes perfect for warm-weather mornings.
Paleo & Keto Quiche with Smoked Salmon and Leeks Recipe
This paleo and keto quiche with smoked salmon and leeks is designed for easy breakfast or brunch planning. It can be served warm shortly after baking, or enjoyed later after it has cooled. The combination of smoked salmon and eggs makes it satisfying, while the herbs keep the flavor light and fresh. It is the kind of recipe that feels elegant enough for guests but practical enough for a weekly meal prep option.
The filling is made with whisked eggs, almond milk, nutritional yeast, fresh dill, fresh chives, softened leeks, garlic, and chopped smoked salmon. The ingredients are simple, but they work together beautifully. The smoked salmon brings a salty, savory flavor, the leeks add depth, and the fresh herbs brighten the whole dish. Because the crust is made with almond flour, ghee, egg, and sea salt, this quiche stays grain free and low carb while still feeling hearty.
Serve a slice with coffee in the morning, add it to a brunch table, or enjoy it with a simple green salad for lunch. However you serve it, this smoked salmon leek quiche is a flavorful way to enjoy a wholesome paleo and keto meal.
Sturdy Almond Crust
One of the best parts of this keto quiche recipe is the almond flour crust. It is simple, sturdy, and pleasantly flaky. Many grain-free crusts can be delicate, but this one holds together well once baked. That makes it easier to slice and serve without the crust crumbling apart on the plate.
The crust is made with only almond flour, melted ghee, one egg, and sea salt. There are no complicated ingredients and no need for traditional flour. After the dough is mixed, it is pressed directly into a greased quiche dish and baked briefly before the filling is added. This par-baking step helps the crust set and gives the finished quiche a better texture.
Because the crust is grain free and low carb, it fits well into paleo and keto-style eating. Each slice has a rich, satisfying bite from the almond flour and ghee, which balances the creamy egg filling and smoky salmon. It is a dependable crust for a savory breakfast quiche, especially when you want something that feels classic without using wheat flour.
#LeeksOnFleek Collaboration
This Paleo and Keto Quiche with Smoked Salmon and Leeks was created as part of a recipe collaboration featuring leeks. Leeks are often overlooked, but they are incredibly useful in savory cooking. Their mild onion-like flavor works well in soups, sautés, casseroles, and especially egg-based recipes like quiche.
If you have never cooked with leeks before, this recipe is a delicious place to start. Be sure to use only the white and light green parts, and wash them well before slicing because leeks can hold dirt between their layers. Once cleaned and lightly cooked with garlic, they become tender, fragrant, and perfect for this smoked salmon quiche.
Paleo & Keto Quiche with Smoked Salmon and Leeks
Ingredients
Quiche Crust
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup ghee, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Filling
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 large eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup almond milk, or another non-dairy milk
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 6 oz smoked salmon, chopped
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10-inch quiche dish with ghee or coconut oil.
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In a large bowl, combine all of the crust ingredients until a crumbly dough forms.
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Press the dough evenly into the prepared quiche dish, covering the bottom and sides.
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Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
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While the crust bakes, heat the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add the sliced leeks and minced garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until softened and fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, nutritional yeast, dill, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Stir the cooked leek mixture and chopped smoked salmon into the egg mixture.
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Pour the filling into the par-baked quiche crust.
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Bake for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcal,
Carbohydrates: 14g,
Protein: 19g,
Fat: 32g,
Fiber: 5g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used only as an approximation.