Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe
A wholesome and delicious crustless quiche featuring cottage cheese and fresh spinach, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or light meal. This recipe combines sautéed onions, bell peppers, and spinach with a creamy blend of cottage cheese, eggs, and cheddar cheese, all baked until golden and set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
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 & Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 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 non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until well combined. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the sautéed vegetables and shredded cheese into the egg and cottage cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the prepared mixture evenly into the dish.
- Bake: Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is fully set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the quiche to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing to ensure clean cuts and optimal texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the shredded cheese with half cheddar and half mozzarella for a milder flavor.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like parsley or chives along with the Italian seasoning.
- This quiche can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini based on preference.
Keywords: crustless quiche, cottage cheese, spinach, healthy breakfast, low carb quiche, vegetarian quiche
