Shrimp & Asparagus Quiche with 4 cheeses
This protein-packed shrimp quiche is the ultimate way to celebrate spring. It’s loaded with four cheeses, fresh asparagus, and tender shrimp. You can prep it in just 10 minutes, then pop it in the oven. Whether you’re making brunch for a crowd or treating yourself midweek, this cheesy quiche is a guaranteed hit.

We’re big fans of seafood, and shrimp is always at the top of the list. It’s low in calories, high in protein, and full of nutrients like selenium, B12, iodine, and choline. The only downside is that shrimp contains a fair amount of cholesterol. If your HDL is high and LDL is low, it’s not something to stress about.
This quiche works well for brunches, holidays like Mother’s Day, or any time you want to serve something that feels a little special.

What You Need
- Pie crust: Use store-bought or homemade. The recipe is included below.
- Eggs: Farm-fresh, free-range eggs are our go-to.
- Milk or cream: Half-and-half or heavy cream adds extra richness.
- Cheese: Mix your favorites. Try cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, and a little sharp cheese.
- Shrimp: Use any size you have. Cooked and cooled before mixing in.
- Asparagus: Choose fresh, young stalks for the best texture and flavor.
- Dill: Dried or fresh dill adds great flavor to the shrimp and asparagus.
- Nutmeg: A light grating adds warmth without overpowering.
- Salt and pepper: Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
How to Make it
How to Make Pie Crust
Pie crust is really ridiculously easy to do. You can use a store-bought pie crust if you don’t have time.

Cut butter into squares. Place it back in the refrigerator. The butter must be very cold.

Measure the flour and salt and place them in a food processor bowl.

Add the butter to the food processor.

Pulse until the butter resembles small peas.

Add ice water, dropping one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together. 5-7 tablespoons total.
Gather dough. Wrap in waxed paper. Refrigerate for at least one hour to several days.
To Roll the Crust

Place the pie dough on a floured cutting board.

Roll to a 12″ diameter circle.

Crimp the edges.
How to Blind Bake the Crust
**For a single-crust pie.

- Blind bake the pie crust. This is a very important step. If the crust isn’t blind-baked, it will end up a soggy mess because of the moisture in the filling.
- Poke holes all around the bottom of the crust with a fork to minimize the formation of bubbles. Spread a large sheet of parchment paper or waxed paper onto the crust. Spread pie weights evenly along the bottom of the crust. (If you don’t have pie weights, use dried beans. Keep the beans for pie weights in a canning jar. Don’t use them for food.)
- Bake the crust at 350°F for about 30 minutes.
For the Filling







Blanche the asparagus for just a couple of minutes.

Add them to an ice bath to cool quickly. Chop them into pieces. Let them cool. This step can be done ahead.
Mix all of the ingredients together and pour them into the pre-baked pie crust.
Blanche the asparagus for just a couple of minutes.
Bake the quiche for 35-45 minutes. The edges of the quiche should be solid, but the inside should still have a slight wobble, similar to Jell-O in the center.
Let the quiche rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
What to Serve with Quiche
- Simple green salad. We prefer a light vinaigrette, like this garlic scape vinaigrette or this fruity rhubarb vinaigrette.
- Slice of fresh, toasted bread like this homemade brioche or air-fried biscuits.
- Fresh fruit salad.
- Roasted or grilled vegetables.
- Potatoes like hash browns, home fries or sweet potato waffles.

How to Store Leftovers
Wrap the pie plate well with plastic wrap and/or aluminum foil. Refrigerate for 3-4 days.
Don’t freeze leftovers. The texture will suffer. Consume leftovers in 3-4 days.
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Shrimp & Asparagus Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 homemade or store bought pie crust
- 4 eggs
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups mixed cheeses, grated I used gouda, mild cheddar, sharp cheddar and fresh Parmigiano reggiano
- .25 lbs shrimp, cooked.
- 1/2-3/4 cup asparagus, blanched and cooled
- 2 tsp dill weed
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1½ tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the crust in the pie plate and crimp the edges. Par-bake the crust for 30 minutes. This will prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Dice about ½ of the shrimp into medium-sized chunks. The remainder of the shrimp can be arranged whole on top of the quiche.
- Blanche the asparagus for two minutes in boiling water. Remove with a slotted spoon and place them into an ice water bath to stop cooking. Chop them into bite-sized pieces. You can save some longer tips and add them to the top of the quiche for a pretty presentation.
- Whisk the eggs in large bowl. Add rest of ingredients and mix.
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until only the very center of the quiche wiggles. You can also test it with a cake tester. If the tester comes out clean, it's done.
- Let rest 5 to 10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Nutrition
Originally published May 11, 2018. Updated June 22, 2025.
- Recipe Name: Shrimp Quiche with Asparagus and Four Cheeses
- Main Ingredients: Shrimp, eggs, fresh asparagus, cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, sharp cheese, milk or cream, dill, nutmeg.
- Crust: Store-bought or homemade pie crust
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 to 45 minutes
- Cooking Method: Oven-baked; shrimp is air-fried
- Best For: Spring brunch, Mother’s Day, holiday breakfasts, seafood lovers
- Special Features: High in protein, low in carbs, includes four cheeses, flexible cheese options, uses seasonal asparagus
- Diet Notes: Gluten content varies depending on the crust; dairy-rich; protein-packed.
- Storage Tips: Refrigerate for 3–4 days; not freezer-friendly
- Suggested Sides: Green salad with vinaigrette, fresh fruit, toast or brioche, roasted vegetables, hash browns















Quiche is one of my favourite things but I’ve never had prawns in it! Going to try this idea as I love the combination with asparagus.
That’s true. Shrimp and asparagus are really great together. Aren’t they? Thanks Amanda!
Quiche is so good, it is great to see it becoming a bit more popular. The filling of shrimp and asparagus is spot on for this time of the year!
I love fresh asparagus in the Spring! Thanks Brian!
This sounds like a tasty combination, and not too heavy. Great for brunch.
Thanks Caroline! Yes, it is a great brunch dish!
What a dynamite idea!!! I’m totally making this. It’s perfect for spring or summer when we have weekend house guests. Pinning!
It would be great for company! Slightly elegant, easy and tasty! Thank you Susan!
What a lovely combination of flavours. It looks very summery!
Thanks Jemma! Your comment is appreciated! Have a great weekend!
Sounds delish! We are a seafood family so this is a perfect option for us.
We are crazy about seafood too! Thanks so much for your comment, Julie! Have a great weekend!
Perfect breakfast for Mother’s Day! And shrimp is my favorite by the way 🙂
Me too! I haven’t really tried a quiche with shrimp before, but this is delicious! Thanks, Trang!
i love shrimp and I love quiche, so pretty sure i’m going to love this recipe! this would be perfect for a spring brunch or easy weeknight dinner!
That is true! Just perfect for just about any time! Thanks, Georgie!
Love the sound of this. I adore cheese, the more different kinds the better, and the shrimp and asparagus combo sounds very decadent and delicious.
Thank you Kavita! We could pretty much live on cheese in our house, too!
I could seriously eat this for every meal of the day, starting right now for breakfast, yum!
I agree with that statement wholeheartedly!! Quiche is so delicious!