Sweet Potato Crust Quiche with Swiss Chard and Cashew Cream

• 2 sweet potatoes (500g/1lb)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Filling:

• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon smoked garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 100g (4oz) Swiss chard
• 200g (7oz) cashews, soaked
• 200ml (7oz) vegan heavy cream
• 180ml (6oz) water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

• Preheat oven to 210°C (410°F)
• Grate sweet potatoes using a box grater
• Grease cast iron skillet or springform pan with olive oil
• Press grated sweet potatoes firmly into pan
• Spray surface with oil
• Season with salt and black pepper
• Bake for 20 minutes until edges begin to crisp

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

• Heat oil in a pan over low heat
• Add chopped onion, smoked garlic, and thyme
• Season with salt and sauté for 3 minutes
• Add chopped chard stems, cook for 1 minute
• Add chopped chard leaves, cook until wilted
• Set aside to cool

1. Make the Cashew Cream:

• Combine soaked cashews, vegan cream, and water in blender
• Add nutmeg and nutritional yeast
• Season with salt
• Blend until completely smooth
• Stir in cooled vegetables

1. Assemble and Bake:

• Reduce oven temperature to 190°C (375°F)
• Pour filling over pre-baked sweet potato crust
• Bake for 25 minutes until set

Timing

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Nutritional Information (per serving, serves 8)

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sodium: 380mg

Cooking Tips and Tricks

• Soak cashews for at least 4 hours or overnight
• Squeeze excess moisture from grated sweet potatoes
• Press crust firmly to ensure it holds together
• Let quiche rest 10 minutes before cutting
• Use a sharp knife to cut through sweet potato crust

Variations and Substitutions

• Use different leafy greens like kale or spinach
• Add roasted vegetables to filling
• Substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes
• Use different herbs like rosemary or sage
• Add vegan cheese for extra richness
• Include sun-dried tomatoes or olives