Description
Cottage cheese quiche is a creamy, savory delight that’s perfect for brunch or a cozy breakfast. This easy-to-make dish combines fluffy eggs, tangy cottage cheese, and vibrant vegetables nestled in a golden crust. Ideal for gatherings or quiet mornings, it’s sure to impress with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, sautéed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Thaw the pie crust if frozen.
- 2. Sauté the diced onion in olive oil until soft. Add spinach until wilted.
- 3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and half of the cheddar cheese. Fold in the sautéed veggies.
- 4. Pour the filling into the pie crust and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- 5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg