Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe
This Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a delicious, low-carb, and protein-packed breakfast or brunch option. Combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh spinach, sautéed onions, and bell pepper, and topped with melted cheddar cheese, this quiche is baked to golden perfection without the crust for a lighter yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
Dairy & Eggs
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or half cheddar, half mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the quiche.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Spinach: Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until smooth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the shredded cheese and the sautéed vegetable mixture into the egg and cottage cheese mixture.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish well, then pour the quiche mixture evenly into the dish.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This quiche can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.
- For a different flavor, substitute cheddar with part mozzarella or Swiss cheese.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture can enhance the taste.
- Use low-fat cottage cheese and milk to reduce fat content while keeping protein high.
- If you prefer a crust, a pre-baked pie crust can be added before pouring in the filling.
Keywords: cottage cheese quiche, crustless quiche, spinach quiche, healthy breakfast, low carb quiche, protein-packed breakfast
