Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss is your go-to morning dish for a nutritious and satisfying start to the day. This delightful recipe combines creamy cottage cheese, fluffy eggs, and vibrant vegetables, offering a burst of flavors and textures that will keep you energized. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this easy-to-make breakfast can be customized with your favorite veggies or spices, making it a versatile addition to your meal prep routine. With just 5 minutes of prep time and under 30 minutes in the oven, you’ll have a wholesome dish that fulfills your cravings and fuels your day.
- 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
- ½ cup nutritional yeast (as a dairy-free alternative to Parmesan)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives (green onion can be used as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until well combined.
- Stir in nutritional yeast, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes until evenly distributed.
- Grease a baking dish lightly and pour the mixture into it, spreading evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the eggs are set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow cooling slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 180mg