Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Discover the deliciously nutritious Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche, a versatile dish perfect for any meal! This quiche combines creamy cottage cheese with vibrant spinach, making it a protein-packed option that’s both satisfying and healthy. With its straightforward preparation, you can whip this up in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely brunches with friends. Not only is it gluten-free, but it also stores well for meal prep, ensuring you have a delightful dish ready to enjoy throughout the week. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this quiche promises to be a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- 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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onion and bell pepper until soft.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cottage cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in sautéed vegetables and shredded cheese until combined.
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish and pour the mixture in evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden on top and set in the center.
- Allow cooling slightly before slicing and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 130mg