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Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche served on a plate

Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

A fluffy, cheesy, and creamy crustless quiche loaded with protein and spinach, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped Use fresh spinach for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with feta or cheddar.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast for better flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or quiche pan with cooking spray or a little olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Whisk until well blended and creamy.
  5. Stir in the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, followed by the chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix everything until evenly combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and lightly golden on the edges.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

This quiche keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven until warmed through.