Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Cottage cheese and spinach crustless quiche made with fluffy eggs, fresh spinach, and melted cheddar cheese. A healthy low carb breakfast or brunch recipe that is easy to prep and full of protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
4 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Sauté the Onion
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until softened and lightly translucent. Remove from heat.
3. Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, sautéed onion, chopped spinach, eggs, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and ½ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well incorporated.
4. Assemble
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Fresh spinach can be replaced with frozen spinach (thawed and well-drained).
For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes.
Let the quiche rest 5–10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to maintain texture.
