Description
A high-protein, customizable breakfast baked to golden perfection. Combines eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan, and fresh veggies for a fluffy, creamy texture ideal for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
8 large eggs
¾ cup 2% or full-fat cottage cheese
½ cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese
3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
½ cup finely diced yellow onion or green onions
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, spray with cooking spray, and sauté onions until softened (2-3 minutes)
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan, spinach, cooked onions, salt, and pepper until well combined
Transfer mixture to a greased 9×12-inch casserole dish, smooth top, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set
Notes
Substitute yellow onion with green onions for a milder flavor
Add diced bell peppers, tomatoes, or steamed broccoli for extra nutrients
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Best reheated at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes
Nutrition values per 1/8 of the recipe (4-6 servings assumed)
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 400mg