Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss is a delightful way to kickstart your day. This wholesome dish blends creamy cottage cheese with fresh vegetables and eggs, creating a protein-rich meal perfect for busy mornings or relaxed weekends. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it’s also incredibly customizable, allowing you to incorporate whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand. With the added benefit of being packed with nutrients, this baked egg dish will keep you satisfied and energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 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
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, nutritional yeast, chives, bell peppers, spinach, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg