. 🥧 Vegan Quiche with Spinach, Sausage & Dairy-Free Cheese
This Vegan Quiche is a hearty, savory dish made with a flaky gluten-free crust, creamy tofu filling, plant-based sausage, and fresh spinach. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, it’s a protein-packed, crowd-pleasing recipe that proves you don’t need eggs or dairy to enjoy a delicious quiche.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Quiche
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Egg-Free & Dairy-Free – Made with tofu and dairy-free cheese for a creamy texture.
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Protein-Packed – Plant-based sausage and tofu make it filling and satisfying.
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Gluten-Free Option – Use gluten-free pie shells for a fully gluten-free quiche.
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Versatile & Meal-Prep Friendly – Great warm or chilled, and perfect for leftovers.
🥬 Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this vegan quiche with tofu and sausage, you’ll need:
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2 gluten-free 9-inch pie crusts (Wholly brand recommended)
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8 oz dairy-free cheese, shredded
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14 oz plant-based sausage roll (Lightlife brand), crumbled
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2 blocks firm tofu (unpressed)
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3 Tablespoons vegan parmesan
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½ cup plain plant-based milk
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¼ cup nutritional yeast
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3 Tablespoons cornstarch
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3 Tablespoons vegan cream cheese
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1 teaspoons salt
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½ teaspoon pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon turmeric
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1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Crusts
Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove pie shells from freezer and unpack.
2. Cook the Sausage
Crumble and sauté the plant-based sausage until lightly browned.
3. Layer the Base
Sprinkle half of the shredded dairy-free cheese in the bottom of each pie crust. Add half of the sausage crumbles on top of the cheese in each pie crust.
4. Blend the Filling
In a bowl, mix tofu, vegan parmesan, plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, vegan cream cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, and spinach until smooth.
5. Assemble & Bake
Spoon half of the tofu mixture into the pie shells, filling until about ½ inch from the top. Bake 1 hour or more, depending on moisture content.
6. Check Doneness
Quiche is ready when the top is lightly browned and the center is slightly firm.
🌱 Serving Suggestions for Vegan Quiche
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Serve warm with a side salad for brunch.
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Enjoy cold for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
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Pair with roasted veggies for a hearty dinner.
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Add hot sauce or salsa for a flavor kick.
💡 Pro Tips
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For extra creaminess, add more vegan cream cheese.
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Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts.
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Make ahead and reheat slices in the oven or air fryer.

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