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    Home / Recipes / Keto Dinners

    Crustless Spinach Cheese Pie - Gluten Free

    By Lisa MarcAurele · Oct 18, 2022 · 138 Comments

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    Crustless spinach cheese pie recipe
    Easy low carb crustless spinach cheese pie recipe
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    A crustless spinach pie is a simple dish that's perfect for those just starting out on a low carb diet. It can be baked in a pie pan or square dish.

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    Article Index
    • How To Make Crustless Spinach Pie
    • Frequently Asked Questions About Keto Spinach Pie
    • Other Keto Egg Recipes
    • Recipe

    This past holiday week, I decided to enjoy some of the keto foods I typically stay away from during the year. Now that the New Year is here, it's time for me to get back on track with my normal low carb diet.

    Have you fallen off the low carb diet wagon and trying to get back on track? You can find some Low Carb Diet Tricks to help get yourself back on plan.

    Although I did have a few of my favorite cookies and some regular eggnog, I kept the portions within moderation. My main meals were still kept low in carbs, but it is nice to have a few treats after being good all year.

    This low carb gluten free crustless spinach cheese pie is a recipe that I haven't made in a long time. It's a very simple dish that is great for those just starting out on a low carb diet. And, it's a perfect dish to make during low carb induction.

    How To Make Crustless Spinach Pie

    This recipe is pretty simple. If you have have already made my spinach mushroom quiche, then you know how to make this recipe. You probably already have all of these ingredients on hand, too.

    preparing the dish

    To make the recipe, you'll just mix eggs, cheese, spinach, and seasonings together. It helps to wilt the spinach first, but you don't have to.

    For the spices, I used the basic salt, pepper, and garlic. They are what I always reach for when I know I am making something simple.

    There are lots of ways that you can change this recipe - including using different spices. All those questions and ideas are in the following FAQs.

    Frequently Asked Questions About Keto Spinach Pie

    The entire recipe is in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. First, I want to answer a few questions about this easy recipe.

    Crustless Pie Or Quiche - Are They The Same?

    I suppose you could call this recipe a crustless quiche. But, it's loaded with spinach and cheese so I chose to call it a crustless pie.

    In fact, this could almost be called a frittata. A quiche is an unsweetened pie with savory fillings like spinach - and it always has eggs. Most quiches have some sort of crust.

    A frittata is like a crustless quiche or an unfolded omelet. That's pretty much what I made here - except I used way more savory ingredients than eggs in this recipe.

    If you are looking for more of a quiche recipe, I've got a few of those on the site. You may want to check out my bacon cheddar quiche or my asparagus quiche. And be sure to check out these tips for making quiche.

    keto crustless spinach cheese pie in pan

    Can You Freeze Spinach Pie?

    Yes, you can freeze this crustless spinach cheese pie if you want to make a large batch ahead of time. Freezing in single servings also makes it easy to just grab a piece to reheat in the microwave.

    Here's how to freeze this crustless pie.

    First, bake it and then let it cool off completely. Then, cover it tightly with a freezer-safe lid or with some aluminum foil.

    If you want to freeze it in single-servings, wrap them up individually or flash freeze individual slices on a baking sheet before you place them in a freezer-safe bag.

    I'll admit that I rarely have time for doing freezer meals. Usually, I do most of my cooking on the weekend and eat leftovers during the busy work week.

    Can You Use Kale Instead Of Spinach?

    Yes, kale is an excellent substitute for spinach. In fact, kale is known as a super-food. It's low in carbs and really high in antioxidants.

    If possible, I suggest using a mixture of both kale and spinach. Kale has such a strong flavor. Spinach is milder and will balance out the bold taste of the kale.

    What Other Spices Can I Add To It?

    This answer is tough because the options are limitless. If you want your pie to have some heat, add cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes.

    If you want it to have a smoky/BBQ flavor, you can add some Paprika and chili seasoning. Yum!

    A traditional blend of Italian spices - oregano, parsley, and basil - would be perfect with the garlic and salt too.

    Can I Add A Crust To The Spinach Pie?

    If you don't mind the additional carbs, you could bake it in a savory pie crust for more of a quiche. However, I like to eat this as a very low carb crustless spinach cheese pie.

    keto crustless spinach cheese pie slice with pan in back

    What Type Of Pan Do I Use To Bake It In?

    Although I like to make it in a pie pan, it can be baked in a square dish or doubled to fit into a 9x13 pan. You may want to make this crustless spinach pie ahead for easy breakfasts or snacks during the week.

    What Type Of Cheese Is Best For Spinach Pie?

    You can use any type of cheese that you like. The main difference between cheese is how it melts and how much flavor it has. When it melts, it pretty much all acts the same way.

    Pepper jack cheese will have a bit of spice - which would taste pretty great with this recipe.

    I used a fiesta cheese blend. All the different types of cheese melted together and made this pie the ultimate comfort food.

    slice of spinach pie on white plate

    Other Keto Egg Recipes

    If you enjoy low-carb egg recipes and want some more ideas, I have plenty of them! Here are some more of my favorite keto egg recipes:

    • Crustless Zucchini Quiche is perfect for brunch and packed with nutrient-dense zucchini.
    • Keto Egg Noodles are ideal if you are craving pasta but want to stay within your macros.
    • Keto Chicken Egg Foo Young is a Chinese omelet with only 3 grams net carbs per serving.
    • Sausage Egg Casserole Without Bread will feed your entire family and keep you in ketosis.
    • Ham and Cheese Strata is beautiful enough for a holiday brunch and filling enough for a low-carb lunch.

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    Recipe

    keto crustless spinach cheese pie slice

    Crustless Spinach Cheese Pie

    4.70 from 99 votes
    Crustless spinach pie is a very simple dish that is great for those just starting out on a low carb diet. Can be baked in a pie pan or a square dish.
    Prep Time:2 mins
    Cook Time:30 mins
    Total Time:32 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings: 8 slices
    Calories: 194

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    Ingredients

    • 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed, squeezed and drained (or use wilted down fresh)
    • 5 eggs beaten
    • 2 ½ cups cheese any kind (I used a fiesta blend)
    • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • salt and pepper to taste
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
    • Combine all ingredients and pour into prepared pan.
      ingredients mixed together in pie pan
    • Bake at 375 degrees F for about 30 minutes or until edges start to brown.
      keto crustless spinach cheese pie in pan

    Notes

    Can be baked in a square dish or doubled to fit into a 9×13 pan. It can also be made ahead for easy breakfasts or snacks during the week.

    Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 194 | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 285mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4658IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 317mg | Iron: 1mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 2 g | % Carbs: 4 % | % Protein: 28.1 % | % Fat: 67.8 % | SmartPoints: 7
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    Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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    First Published: December 31, 2011... Last Updated: October 8, 2020 with enhanced photos and additional recipe information.

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    1. Bruce Ellis

      November 30, 2022 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      Outstanding

      Reply
    2. Tiet

      July 07, 2022 at 7:22 pm

      Found this recipe last and loved it. Today is my second try.

      My question: how big is the slice? A sixth or an eighth? With a 9” pie pan.

      Thank you.

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        July 08, 2022 at 11:53 am

        A slice is 1/8th of the entire pie.

        Reply
    3. Roberta

      June 09, 2022 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      I’m in love with this! I used southwestern egg beaters instead of eggs, feta and cheddar cheeses. So full of flavor and delicious!! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

      Reply
    4. Cheryl

      May 20, 2022 at 4:25 pm

      I made this today; added 1 cup ham chopped into small pieces. Used 2 cups cheddar and 1/2 cup swiss. We loved it!!

      Reply
    5. Dee

      April 27, 2022 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      nice. I'm going to try it. I think it'll be great for on the go and snacking

      Reply
    6. Elizabeth

      November 08, 2021 at 11:06 am

      For you use Feta instead of the cheese called for? Or do you add Feta to the other cheese? I like the idea of using Feta to make it more like a Greek pie.

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        November 08, 2021 at 1:47 pm

        I substitute some of the cheese for feta so it's not too cheesy.

        Reply
    7. Tina

      July 10, 2021 at 10:14 am

      5 stars
      Made this for the first time and it is delicious! I added a bit of heavy cream and sauteed some mushrooms with the spinach. I'll be making again for sure!

      Reply
    8. Denise Jolly

      June 20, 2021 at 3:07 am

      I have made this a couple of times its really delish and pretty healthy.

      Reply
    9. Marci

      May 30, 2021 at 2:47 pm

      5 stars
      My husband and I have a little friendly competition going to see who makes the best keto spanocopita/spinach pie! I now wear the crown because of this recipe. He spends hours sautéing onions, making egg custard/tempering, chopping, and baking! I have a rule "+/-5 ingredients" I use feta and add a few pinches of dill weed! Winning with this one, it's so easy! Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Miriam

      January 08, 2021 at 4:52 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy!! Needed something to use up all the spinach I had before it went bad & im glad I found this recipe. Easy, delicious, & low carb!!

      Reply
    11. Stefanie

      November 12, 2020 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      Made this for the 3rd time this morning. Baked it in 8x8 glassware and it turned out as beautiful (and aromatic) as ever.

      Reply
    12. Romani Thaler

      October 12, 2020 at 12:18 pm

      This is my go to comfort food recipe! I always add a bit of nutmeg with spinach recipes.

      Reply
    13. Stefanie

      October 01, 2020 at 7:54 am

      5 stars
      Simple, healthy, and absolutely delicious!!! I wilted fresh spinach and added several good shakes of crushed red peppers. It was done baking at about 22 minutes. This pie looked divine coming out of the oven! It’s even tastier than it looked! Will enjoy this for weekday breakfasts. It would be a great side dish for family get togethers and holidays, too!

      Reply
    14. Carishma

      September 16, 2020 at 9:48 am

      5 stars
      Simple, healthy, tasty. Ticks all the correct boxes! Have made this so many times since I discovered it 5 months back, and it never disappoints!

      Reply
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