Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Indulge in a delightful Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche, a light yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any meal of the day. This savory egg bake combines creamy cottage cheese, vibrant spinach, and gooey cheddar cheese for a flavor-packed experience that everyone will love. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients, this quiche is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive dish for brunch gatherings. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (2–3 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until smooth. Stir in Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper.
- Fold in the shredded cheese and cooled vegetable mixture until well combined.
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish and pour in the mixture evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the center. Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 392mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 153mg