Description
A high-protein, crustless quiche that combines cottage cheese and sautéed vegetables for a comforting breakfast dish, perfect for meal prep and quick brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or any melting cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or similar baking pan.
- Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 4–6 minutes.
- Add the chopped spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes more until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until fairly smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the sautéed vegetables and the shredded cheese until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. A knife inserted near the center should come out mostly clean.
- Let the quiche cool for 8–10 minutes before slicing; this helps it hold together.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with a crisp salad or toast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg