Description
Discover the joy of cooking with our High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake, a delicious and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This flavorful bake combines protein-rich cottage cheese and fresh vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that will keep you full and energized. With its simple preparation and versatility, you can easily customize this recipe to incorporate your favorite veggies or cheeses. Whether served warm straight from the oven or enjoyed as leftovers, this dish is an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s a wholesome choice that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ cup onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
- Olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Lightly steam or sauté broccoli, garlic, and onions until tender.
- Shred zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
- Stir in prepared vegetables and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish; smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly before slicing; garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 155mg