Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a delightful dish that’s both nutritious and easy to make. Bursting with flavor, this protein-packed quiche combines creamy cottage cheese with fresh spinach and eggs, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or lunch. Its versatility allows for endless customization—add your favorite vegetables or change the cheese to suit your taste. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this quiche is sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Plus, it’s simple enough for busy weeknights, ensuring you can enjoy a wholesome meal without stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves about 6 slices 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 and sauté diced onion and bell pepper until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (around 2–3 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cottage cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in shredded cheese and cooled vegetable mixture until well combined.
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish, pour in the mixture, and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 150mg