Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Discover the deliciousness of Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche—a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for any meal of the day. This protein-packed quiche features a delightful blend of fresh spinach, creamy cottage cheese, and savory cheddar, making it a family favorite that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re serving it warm out of the oven or enjoying leftovers at room temperature, this crustless quiche is sure to impress at brunch gatherings or weeknight dinners. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some greens while indulging in cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- 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 onion and bell pepper until soft (3–4 minutes).
- Add spinach, cooking until wilted (2–3 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cottage cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in cooled vegetable mixture and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 134g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg