Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche Recipe
This Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a healthy, protein-packed dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Featuring sautéed onions, bell peppers, and fresh spinach mixed with creamy cottage cheese and a blend of cheeses, this quiche is baked to golden perfection without the need for a crust, keeping it low-carb and gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
Quiche Base
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or half cheddar, half mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the quiche.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onion and bell pepper until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Spinach: Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, roughly 2-3 minutes. Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cottage cheese until well combined and smooth. Stir in Italian seasoning along with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the shredded cheese and the sautéed vegetable mixture into the egg and cottage cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish thoroughly to prevent sticking, then pour the quiche mixture into the dish evenly.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake 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. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with a non-dairy alternative for a lactose-free version.
- Feel free to add herbs like parsley or chives for extra freshness.
- This quiche can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Use a mix of cheeses to customize flavor and texture.
- To ensure even cooking, check that the quiche is set in the middle before removing from oven.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Spinach, Crustless Quiche, Gluten Free Quiche, Healthy Quiche, Breakfast, Brunch
