Wondering what to serve with quiche? Some of the best sides are fresh salads, crispy potatoes, fruit, roasted vegetables, and soup. Because quiche is rich and creamy, it pairs especially well with something crisp, fresh, or tangy.
For breakfast or brunch, try fruit and breakfast potatoes. For lunch or dinner, pair quiche with a crisp salad or a small bowl of soup. You usually only need one or two sides to make it a complete meal.
Quick Look: What to Serve with Quiche
- For Breakfast or Brunch: Breakfast potatoes, muffins, fruit, smoothies.
- For Lunch or Dinner: A lemony salad, warm vegetables, small bowl of soup.
- For Holiday Brunch: Colorful make-ahead salads, vegetables sides, something sweet.
- How Much to Serve: One side for a simple meal, or two sides for a bigger brunch or dinner.
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- Quick Look: What to Serve with Quiche
- Best Sides to Serve with Quiche
- What to Serve with Quiche for Breakfast or Brunch
- Best Salads to Serve with Quiche
- Vegetable and Potato Sides for Quiche
- Soups to Serve with Quiche
- What to Serve with Quiche for Lunch or Dinner
- What to Serve with Quiche for Holiday Brunch
- 3 Simple Quiche Menus
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Looking for a Vegetarian Quiche Recipe?
Best Sides to Serve with Quiche
Here are my top seven sides to serve with quiche:
- Fresh fruit: Berries, melon, grapes, or orange slices add freshness without extra cooking.
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes: Crispy, savory potatoes are a brunch favorite. Plus, the air fryer keeps your oven free.
- Greek Cucumber Salad: Crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy pepperoncini help balance the richness of quiche.
- Pea and Pesto Spinach Salad: Fresh spinach, frozen peas, and pesto make an easy side for brunch, lunch, or dinner. This salad is always a crowd pleaser!
- Easy Raw Carrot Salad: Crisp carrots, lemon, and fresh herbs add a bright, zesty contrast. Make-ahead friendly too!
- Air Fryer Broccolini: Tender-crisp broccolini with garlic and lemon. A warm vegetable side that's ready in minutes.
- Easiest Frozen Pea Soup: This fresh-tasting, budget-friendly soup works hot or cold. Serve a small bowl alongside quiche for lunch.
What to Serve with Quiche for Breakfast or Brunch
Quiche makes a great savory breakfast. For brunch, I recommend adding something crispy, fruity, or a little sweet.
These five recipes are good for weekend brunch, Easter, Mother's Day, or whenever you're feeding a group.
Keeping it simple? Fresh fruit, yogurt with berries, or a basket of toast or croissants are easy options too.
Best Salads to Serve with Quiche
A fresh salad is one of my favorite ways to round out a quiche lunch or dinner. You don't need anything fancy—a handful of greens with lemon vinaigrette works well.
But if you want something a little more special, these salads are worth making.
Short on time? Toss a handful of arugula with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper for a quick side salad. For more ideas, browse my vegetarian salad recipes.
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Vegetable and Potato Sides for Quiche
If you're serving quiche for dinner, warm vegetables or crispy potatoes can help make it a more filling meal.
I especially like vegetables with lemon, garlic, or a little acidity. They add plenty of flavor without competing with the quiche.
Soups to Serve with Quiche
A bowl of soup and a slice of quiche make a cozy lunch, especially on a chilly day. Serve the soup in small bowls so it rounds out the meal rather than becoming a second main course.
Try one of these options, or browse my vegetarian and vegan soups for more ideas.
What to Serve with Quiche for Lunch or Dinner
For lunch or dinner, think about what's inside your quiche before choosing the sides. A rich, cheesy quiche—or one with bacon or ham—pairs especially well with something crisp and fresh. If your quiche is lighter, add potatoes or a small bowl of soup to make it more filling.
For example, my Butternut Squash Quiche with Cheese and Onions is packed with squash, kale, caramelized onions, and Gruyère. It's quite hearty on its own, so I'd serve it with a simple green salad or lemony broccolini.
What to Serve with Quiche for Holiday Brunch
If you're hosting brunch, choose at least one side you can make ahead. That way, you're not cooking everything while guests arrive.
Here's a simple way to plan your menu:
- Something fresh: Festive Kale Salad or Roasted Beet Salad with Labneh.
- Something warm: Air Fryer Honey Roasted Carrots or Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes.
- Something sweet: Banana Blackberry Muffins, Morning Glory Muffins, or fresh fruit.
Hosting tip: Quiche takes up valuable oven space, so choose sides that don't all need the oven at once. Muffins and salad components can be made in advance. Or use an air fryer for potatoes and vegetables while the quiche finishes baking!
3 Simple Quiche Menus
1. Simple Weekend Brunch
- Your favorite quiche
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
- Fresh berries or sliced fruit
- Coffee or tea
2. Make-Ahead Holiday Brunch
- Butternut Squash Quiche
- Roasted Beet Salad with Labneh
- A platter of orange slices
- For a bigger spread: Banana Blackberry Muffins
Prep ahead: Start the labneh and roast the beets the day before. Assemble the salad before serving.
3. Light Lunch or Dinner
- Your favorite quiche
- Greek Cucumber Salad
- For a bigger meal: A small bowl of Frozen Pea Soup
Frequently Asked Questions
A simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette is hard to beat. For more variety, try Greek Cucumber Salad, Raw Carrot Salad, or Pea and Pesto Spinach Salad. Crisp vegetables and tangy dressings help balance a rich quiche.
Breakfast potatoes and fresh fruit are a great start. Muffins, toast, yogurt, and smoothies also work well. For something sweet, add my Vegan French Toast Casserole. You don’t have to be vegan to love it—and it gives guests who don’t eat eggs or dairy something to dig into too.
Roasted broccolini, asparagus, tomatoes, carrots, and Brussels sprouts are all good options. Keep the seasoning simple with lemon, garlic, or fresh herbs. A bit of acidity is especially nice with a cheesy quiche.
One side is often enough for a simple breakfast or lunch. For a larger brunch or dinner, two sides give you more variety. Try a salad or fruit platter, plus a warm side.
Check your quiche's yield when planning portions. My Butternut Squash Quiche serves six.
Bake muffins ahead, or prep Raw Carrot Salad or Rainbow Slaw in advance. For salads with crunchy toppings, keep the toppings separate until serving.
For French Toast Casserole, combine the bread and custard, then cover and refrigerate overnight. Add the topping and bake in the morning.
You can, especially for a larger brunch. But since quiche usually has a pastry crust, bread isn't essential. If you're serving just one side, I'd choose fruit or a fresh salad instead.
Looking for a Vegetarian Quiche Recipe?
Try my Butternut Squash Quiche with Cheese and Onions. It's great for brunch, lunch, or holiday entertaining. You can use store-bought pastry to save time, or make this Easy Whole Wheat Quiche Crust from scratch.
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