Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss is a delightful and nutritious way to kickstart your day. This easy-to-make dish combines creamy cottage cheese and eggs with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, resulting in a satisfying breakfast that everyone will love. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this protein-rich recipe is customizable to suit your personal taste, making it a versatile addition to your morning routine. Enjoy the rich flavors and health benefits of this wholesome baked egg dish that can be prepared in just minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (lactose-free if needed)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast (for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish lightly with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, and nutritional yeast until smooth.
- Add chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture; stir until combined.
- Gently fold in bell peppers and spinach until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes or until set and golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 250mg