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Healthy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Egg Bake Recipe

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This Healthy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Egg Bake is a creamy, fluffy, high-protein breakfast casserole packed with nutritious spinach, cremini mushrooms, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect as a make-ahead meal, it combines wholesome ingredients in an easy-to-make dish ideal for gluten-free and vegetarian diets.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 5 cups (150 grams) baby spinach, roughly chopped

Egg Mixture

  • 12 eggs
  • 1.5 cups low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Toppings

  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350° F (175° C) and lightly spray a 9" x 13" baking pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sliced mushrooms, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and the mushrooms are lightly browned.
  3. Add spinach: Toss in the roughly chopped baby spinach to the skillet. Turn off the heat and stir until the spinach wilts slightly and combines well with the mushrooms and onions.
  4. Layer vegetables: Spread the sautéed vegetable mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Set aside while preparing the egg mixture.
  5. Mix eggs and seasonings: In a large bowl, whisk together the 12 eggs, 1.5 cups low-fat cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
  6. Combine and bake: Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture evenly over the vegetable layer in the baking dish. Sprinkle the 2 ounces of crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
  7. Cool and serve: Allow the bake to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a delicious, protein-packed breakfast.

Notes

  • You can substitute baby spinach with fresh kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor profile.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace cottage cheese and feta with plant-based alternatives.
  • This bake can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Adding herbs like dill or parsley can enhance the flavor without extra calories.
  • Ensure the eggs are fully cooked before serving to avoid runniness.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/healthy-cottage-cheese-and-spinach-egg-bake-recipe/