Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
A nutritious and versatile dish, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, packed with protein and customizable with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, spinach, onions)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs (e.g., chives, parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until well combined.
- Stir in the mixed vegetables, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
Best served warm, can be topped with fresh herbs. Pairs well with a side salad or fresh fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 420mg
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