Description
A fluffy and savory high-protein casserole packed with fresh vegetables and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy breakfast or dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, spinach)
4 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Finely dice the zucchini and peppers, and chop the spinach.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth, then stir in the cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Mix in the chopped vegetables and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 5: Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and the eggs are set.
Step 7: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure you squeeze the liquid out of the zucchini after dicing to keep the bake firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
