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Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche

A healthy and delicious crustless quiche packed with protein from cottage cheese and nutrients from spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 small onion diced
Dairy
  • 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg optional

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mix the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg until well combined.
  2. Stir in the sautéed spinach and onion mixture, along with the shredded cheese.
Bake the Quiche
  1. Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top.
  3. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This quiche can be served warm or at room temperature. It can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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