High-Protein • Low-Carb • Creamy & Baked
This Cottage Cheese Spinach Quiche is a fluffy, protein-packed baked dish loaded with spinach, eggs, and creamy cottage cheese. It’s golden on top, soft inside, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Healthy, filling, and naturally low in carbs — a perfect high-protein comfort meal.
Recipe Overview
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes
Calories: ~220 kcal per slice
Protein: 18g
Net Carbs: 4–6g
Fat: 14g
Diet Style
- High-protein
- Low-carb / Keto-friendly
- Gluten-free
- Vegetarian
- Meal-prep friendly
Equipment
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Baking dish or pie dish
Oven
Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or frozen, drained well)
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 — Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking or pie dish lightly with oil or butter.
Step 2 — Cook Spinach
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool slightly.
Step 3 — Mix Base
In a large bowl, whisk eggs.
Add cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Mix until well combined.
Step 4 — Combine
Add cooked spinach mixture into egg mixture.
Stir evenly.
Step 5 — Bake
Pour mixture into baking dish.
Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set in the center.
Step 6 — Serve
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or chilled.
Tips
- Squeeze spinach well to avoid excess moisture
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for creamier texture
- Store in fridge for up to 3 days
Nutrition (Approx. per slice)
Calories: 220
Protein: 18g
Net Carbs: 4–6g
Fat: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Final Thoughts
This Cottage Cheese Spinach Quiche is light, fluffy, and packed with protein. It’s easy to make, meal-prep friendly, and perfect for a healthy breakfast or dinner that keeps you full and energized.
