Description
A wholesome and satisfying Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake that combines comfort food with nutritional value.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and chop the spinach, bell peppers, zucchini, and onion. Sauté in a pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, minced garlic, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Add the sautéed veggies to the cheese mixture. Toss in salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a lightly greased casserole dish and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set in the center and golden on top.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Pair with a fresh salad and serve alongside whole grain bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: cottage cheese, veggie bake, comfort food, healthy recipe, vegetarian dish