Description
Indulge in a wholesome start to your day with this Creamy Crustless Spinach Ricotta Quiche, featuring an impressive 14g of protein per serving. This delightful breakfast bake is not only low in carbs but also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for brunch gatherings or as a quick meal prep option. The rich blend of creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese combined with vibrant spinach delivers a satisfying flavor profile that will please any palate. Enjoy it warm for breakfast or chilled for a refreshing lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked spinach (well-drained)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cooked spinach and shredded mozzarella cheese until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 270mg