Description
The Ultimate High-Protein Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese is a delicious and nutritious dish, perfect for health enthusiasts and anyone looking to boost their protein intake. Packed with fresh vegetables and creamy cottage cheese, this irresistible bake offers a wholesome meal option that satisfies both taste and health needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of chopped mixed vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, broccoli, etc.)
- 1 cup of cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by chopping them into small, bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with cottage cheese.
- Crack the eggs into the mixture and beat thoroughly.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, topping with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and set.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with tofu and use flax eggs.
- Frozen vegetables can be used; ensure they are thawed and drained well.
- Enhance flavor with spices like paprika or cayenne pepper.
- Experiment with different vegetables and cheese varieties for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg