Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe
This Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a delicious and nutritious baked dish featuring a creamy mixture of cottage cheese, eggs, fresh spinach, sautéed onions and bell peppers, and melted cheddar cheese. It’s a perfect low-carb, protein-rich meal suitable for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
Dairy & Eggs
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or half cheddar, half mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it reaches the correct temperature before baking the quiche.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until soft. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until well combined. Add Italian seasoning along with additional salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the sautéed vegetables and shredded cheese into the egg mixture, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the quiche mixture evenly into the dish, smoothing the top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set without wobbling.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the quiche to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. This resting time helps it set fully and makes slicing easier. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use half cheddar and half mozzarella cheese if you prefer a milder flavor and creamier texture.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, but be careful not to oversalt as the cheeses already contain some salt.
- This quiche can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese and cheddar with plant-based alternatives.
- Serving the quiche with a side salad makes it a complete meal.
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