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Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe

Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe
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This Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a healthy, protein-packed dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Combining sautéed vegetables with creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and melty cheese, this quiche is flavorful yet low in carbs thanks to its crustless base. It’s easy to prepare, baked to a golden perfection, and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped

Cheese and Dairy

  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or half cheddar, half mozzarella)
  • 1/2 cup milk

Egg Mixture and Seasonings

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature while you prepare the ingredients.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3–4 minutes until they soften.
  3. Cook Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly to avoid scrambling the eggs in the next step.
  4. Mix Egg Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cottage cheese. Stir in Italian seasoning as well as additional salt and pepper to taste, ensuring a well-seasoned custard base.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Fold the shredded cheese and the cooled vegetable mixture into the egg mixture. Mix until everything is thoroughly combined for an even distribution of flavors.
  6. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish lightly with oil or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Pour the quiche mixture into the pie dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake the Quiche: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the center is set, indicating it is fully cooked.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the quiche to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use low-fat or whole milk depending on your preference for richness and calories.
  • For extra veggies, consider adding mushrooms or zucchini while sautéing.
  • This quiche can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • If you prefer a crust, try a gluten-free or whole wheat crust option, though this recipe is designed crustless.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, as the cheese can add saltiness.

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