Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche, a delightful dish that seamlessly transitions from breakfast to brunch or even a light dinner. This recipe blends creamy cottage cheese and fresh spinach with savory cheddar for a protein-packed meal that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. Without a crust, it offers an effortless way to enjoy a nutritious meal that is easily adaptable to include your favorite veggies or cheeses. Perfect for meal prep, this quiche can be made ahead of time and stored for convenient eating throughout the week.
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 oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion and bell pepper until soft (about 3–4 minutes). Add spinach; cook until wilted (2–3 minutes) and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cottage cheese. Stir in Italian seasoning and fold in shredded cheese along with the cooled vegetable mixture.
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish with olive oil; pour in the mixture evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown on top and center is set. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 105g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg