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Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

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This wholesome, crustless quiche combines protein-rich cottage cheese with nutrient-packed spinach, offering a delicious and satisfying meal. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, it’s a versatile dish that caters to various dietary preferences. #CrustlessQuiche #CottageCheeseQuiche #SpinachQuiche #HealthyBrunch #VegetarianRecipes

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 10 oz (284 g) fresh or frozen spinach
  • 1½ cups grated Cabot 50% Light Cheddar cheese
  • 6 large egg whites
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup Cabot cottage cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray; set aside.
  2. Heat canola oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. If using fresh spinach, steam for 6 minutes or microwave on High for 5–8 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes. Drain well and coarsely chop. If using frozen spinach, thaw according to package directions, drain well, and coarsely chop.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, whole egg, cottage cheese, red pepper, salt, and nutmeg.
  5. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese evenly in the prepared pie plate. Top with spinach mixture, then pour the egg mixture over the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–40 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to the spinach mixture.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and are excellent for meal prep.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative and use dairy-free cheese.

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