Description
This Ultimate High-Protein Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese is a nutritious and delicious vegetarian main course that combines cottage cheese, eggs, and a variety of colorful vegetables for a protein-packed meal. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this bake is easy to prepare, bake, and serves well for meal prep or quick meals throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy & Eggs
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables
- 1 cup chopped broccoli florets (lightly steamed)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray or a little oil for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with olive oil spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dairy and Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the low-fat cottage cheese, eggs, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Vegetables: Gently fold in the lightly steamed broccoli florets, diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, diced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Assemble the Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface for baking.
- Bake the Dish: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is fully set and the top is golden brown, indicating it is fully cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bake to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into six servings and serving.
Notes
- This veggie bake is ideal for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can freeze individual slices for convenient, protein-rich meals anytime.
- Feel free to customize the bake by swapping in other vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, or kale to suit your taste preferences.
