Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

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Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

Fluffy, savory, and naturally low-carb—great for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

⏱️ Time

  • Prep: 10 minutes

  • Bake: 35–40 minutes

  • Total: ~50 minutes

🍽️ Serves

6

🧺 Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

  • 1½ cups fresh spinach, chopped (or frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)

  • ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)

  • ¼ cup onion, finely diced

  • 1 clove  garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional but lovely)

Optional Add-Ins

  • Mushrooms or bell peppers

  • Sun-dried tomatoes

  • Cooked bacon, ham, or sausage

  • Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, chives)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven

    • Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).

    • Grease a pie dish or small baking dish.

  2. Sauté aromatics

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

    • Add onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.

    • Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

    • Add spinach and cook until just wilted.

    • Remove from heat and cool slightly.

  3. Mix the filling

    • In a bowl, whisk eggs.

    • Stir in cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

    • Fold in spinach mixture and shredded cheese.

  4. Bake

    • Pour mixture into prepared dish.

    • Bake 35–40 minutes until center is set and top is lightly golden.

  5. Rest & serve

    • Let cool 5–10 minutes before slicing.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • With a simple green salad

  • Alongside roasted vegetables

  • With avocado slices

  • As a protein-rich meal prep breakfast

❓ Q & A

Q: Why use cottage cheese in quiche?
A: It adds protein and moisture while keeping the quiche light and fluffy.

Q: Can I blend the cottage cheese?
A: Yes! Blending gives a smoother, more traditional custard texture.

Q: Is this low-carb or keto?
A: It’s low-carb. For keto, use full-fat cheese and skip onions.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: You can use dairy-free cottage-style cheese and shredded cheese alternatives.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Q: Can I freeze crustless quiche?
A: Yes—freeze slices up to 2 months. Reheat gently.

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Absolutely. Bake fully, cool, and reheat when ready to serve.

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