Description
This Crustless Cottage Cheese Breakfast Quiche is a light, high-protein dish that’s perfect for busy mornings. Packed with eggs, cottage cheese, and colorful veggies, it’s fluffy, flavorful, and gluten-free ideal for meal prep or a weekend brunch.
Ingredients
6 large eggs
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup milk (or cream for a richer texture)
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (red or mixed colors)
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish or quiche pan.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, cooking for 3–4 minutes until softened.
3. Add the spinach and sauté until wilted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, milk, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
5. Stir in the cooked vegetables and mix until evenly combined.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve warm.
Notes
Use any mix of vegetables you like — mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli work great.
For added flavor, mix in cooked bacon, turkey sausage, or ham.
This quiche stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for meal prep.
Reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick protein-packed breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 410
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 17
- Cholesterol: 200
Keywords: cottage cheese quiche, crustless quiche, breakfast quiche, healthy breakfast, high protein, low carb