Description
Enjoy this Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche for a light yet satisfying meal. Packed with protein—try this delicious recipe today!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or half cheddar, half mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted (about 2–3 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until smooth.
- Fold in the sautéed vegetable mixture and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish and pour in the mixture evenly.
- Bake for about 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let cool for about 5–10 minutes before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Experiment with different vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini for added flavor. Try using feta or goat cheese for a tangy twist. Allowing the quiche to cool slightly before slicing helps maintain its shape.