Description
This Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche is a light, protein-rich dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick lunch. With no crust and wholesome ingredients like spinach and cottage cheese, it’s flavorful, easy, and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen spinach (thawed and drained if frozen)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion or green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a pie dish or baking dish.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Add the spinach and cook until most of the moisture evaporates.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Fold the spinach mixture into the egg mixture.
- Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Squeeze out all excess moisture from spinach to prevent a watery quiche.
- Ricotta can be used instead of cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.
- Try variations with mushrooms, bell peppers, or spicy additions like jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
