All the flavor of a cheeseburger packed into a crustless, protein-rich quiche — easy to prep, perfect for busy weeks, and totally slimming-plan friendly!
🕒 Servings & Timing
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Dietary Tags: Syn-Free, High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
✅ Ingredients Checklist
- Extra lean ground beef or turkey
- Eggs
- Fat-free cottage cheese or quark
- Reduced-fat grated cheddar cheese
- Onion (finely chopped)
- Garlic (minced)
- Mustard (optional, for that cheeseburger zing!)
- Salt & pepper
- Cherry tomatoes or pickles (optional topping)
- Spray oil (for greasing the dish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 180°C (350°F). Lightly spray a pie dish or quiche tin with oil.
- Cook the Meat: In a non-stick pan, brown the ground meat with onion and garlic until fully cooked. Season with salt, pepper, and a bit of mustard if using. Let cool slightly.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk eggs and stir in cottage cheese/quark and most of the cheddar (save a little for the top).
- Combine: Add the cooled meat mixture into the egg mix and stir well.
- Assemble: Pour mixture into the prepared dish. Top with reserved cheese and optional sliced cherry tomatoes or pickles.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden, set, and slightly puffed. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
💡 Notes & Tips
- Make Ahead: This quiche stores brilliantly and tastes even better the next day!
- Add Veggies: Feel free to mix in diced peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for a veggie boost.
- Use Quark or Cottage Cheese: Both give a creamy, cheesy texture without the syns.
🍔 Why This Cheeseburger Quiche Works
Perfect for meal prep, this dish gives you all the comfort of a cheeseburger in a healthier, crustless form. It’s budget-friendly, quick to assemble, and freezer-friendly — making it ideal for hectic weeks.
I often make two at a time — one for now, one for later!
🧀 Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Protein Options:
- Swap beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Cheese Choices:
- Stick with reduced-fat cheddar or try low-fat mozzarella.
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor boost if reducing dairy.
Dairy-Free Option:
- Use a dairy-free soft cheese alternative and omit the cheddar (or use a vegan one).
No Cottage Cheese?
- Sub with quark or low-fat Greek yogurt — texture will be slightly different but still great.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a crisp green salad, roasted veggies, or sweet potato wedges.
- Add a dollop of ketchup or mustard on the side for real burger vibes.
- Make it brunch-y with a slice of avocado and grilled mushrooms!
🧊 Storage & Meal Prep
Fridge:
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Eat cold or reheat in the microwave or oven (180°C for 10–15 mins).
Freezer-Friendly:
- Freeze whole or in slices. Wrap well and freeze up to 3 months.
- Thaw overnight in fridge and reheat until piping hot.
Batch Tip:
- Double the recipe and bake in two dishes — meal prep sorted!
📊 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Allergens: Milk, Egg
❓FAQ
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes! Use veggie mince or cooked lentils, and follow the rest of the recipe as-is.
Q: Is this really syn-free?
A: Yes — if using lean meat (5% or less), fat-free cottage cheese, and reduced-fat cheddar within your plan guidelines.
Q: Can I prep this the night before?
A: Definitely. Bake, cool, then refrigerate. Great cold or reheated.
Q: What size dish should I use?
A: An 8- or 9-inch pie dish works well. For thinner quiche, use a wider dish.
💬 Final Thoughts
This Free Cheeseburger Quiche is a weeknight hero, a lunchbox champion, and a slimming lifesaver. It’s fast, flavorful, and super flexible.
Make it on Sunday — thank yourself all week.
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