High-Protein Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese Recipe
This High-Protein Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese is a nutritious and delicious oven-baked dish packed with fresh vegetables, creamy cottage cheese, and a blend of flavorful spices. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast, lunch, or dinner, it combines protein-rich ingredients with colorful veggies for a healthy, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 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
Dairy & Eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
Spices & Oil
- 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 additional olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the veggie dish.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine Vegetables and Cottage Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced bell pepper, sliced zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped spinach, red onion, and the cottage cheese. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Mix Egg and Seasonings: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and dried oregano until fully blended.
- Integrate Egg Mixture with Veggies: Pour the seasoned egg mixture over the vegetable and cottage cheese blend. Stir thoroughly until everything is well coated and combined.
- Transfer and Top: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top to add a golden, cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bake is set through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let the bake cool slightly to set further and make serving easier. Serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella with any preferred melting cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or carrots based on your preference.
- For a lower-fat version, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduce the amount of olive oil.
- This bake can be prepared in advance and reheated for quick meals.
- Adjust spices to suit your taste, adding red pepper flakes for some heat if desired.
Keywords: High protein, Veggie bake, Cottage cheese recipe, Healthy bake, Vegetarian bake, Low fat meal, Oven-baked vegetables
