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Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese

Savory Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese for Easy Meal Prep

This Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese is a nutritious, protein-packed meal perfect for meal prep or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cottage cheese consider ricotta or plant-based alternative for dairy-free
  • 4 large eggs substitute with vegan egg replacement for plant-based
  • 1 medium zucchini replacement options: mushrooms or spinach
  • 1 cup broccoli use cauliflower as an alternative
  • 1 medium bell pepper try carrots or your favorite veggie for variety
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese swap for mozzarella or feta for different flavors
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can use cooking spray or other oils
  • 2 cloves garlic use garlic powder as a substitute
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Chop zucchini, broccoli, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces and sauté in olive oil with minced garlic for 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper, then fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Carefully fold the sautéed vegetables into the egg and cottage cheese mixture.
  5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow the dish to cool for about 10 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh thyme or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for fresh, in-season vegetables for the best flavor. Allow the bake to cool before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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