Description
A nutritious and satisfying bake made with colorful vegetables and protein-packed cottage cheese, perfect for boosting your protein intake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Cooking spray or a small amount of additional olive oil for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and dried oregano.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetable mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Experiment with different vegetables or cheeses to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American