Healthy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

Light, high-protein, and great for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep—no crust needed.

 Ingredients (6 slices)

• 1 cup Cottage cheese
• 4 large Egg
• 2 cups fresh Spinach (chopped)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or feta)
• 1 small onion or 2 green onions (optional)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Salt & pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)

 Quick Instructions

1) Prep

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Lightly grease a pie dish or baking dish.

2) Cook spinach

• Heat olive oil in a pan.
• Sauté onion + garlic for 2–3 minutes.
• Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool slightly.

3) Mix filling

• In a bowl, whisk eggs.
• Add cottage cheese, cooked spinach mix, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
• Stir until well combined.

4) Bake

• Pour mixture into dish.
• Bake 30–35 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
• Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

 Tips

• Drain spinach well to avoid watery quiche.
• Add herbs like dill, parsley, or oregano for extra flavor.
• For more protein, add diced chicken or turkey.
• For creamier texture, blend cottage cheese before mixing.

 Storage

• Fridge: up to 4 days
• Freezer: up to 2 months (slice before freezing for easy reheating)

 Q & A

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: You’d need egg substitutes and a plant-based cheese alternative, but texture will change significantly.

Q: Why is it “crustless”?
A: Removing crust cuts carbs and calories while keeping protein high.

Q: Can I use frozen spinach?
A: Yes—just thaw and squeeze out all excess water first.

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