Irresistible Crustless Quiche with Cottage Cheese & Spinach
A simple and healthy crustless quiche packed with protein from eggs and cottage cheese, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, chopped spinach, shredded cheese, and onion.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 250mg