Cottage Cheese & Veggie Bake

High-Protein • Oven-Baked • Meal-Prep Friendly

This Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake is creamy, cheesy, and packed with vegetables—perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. It’s budget-friendly, customizable, and great for healthy eating.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

Main

2 cups cottage cheese
3 eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella (or cheddar)
½ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets, cut small
½ cup bell peppers, chopped
½ cup spinach (fresh or frozen, well-drained)
½ small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasoning

1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

Optional Add-Ins

Cooked chicken (extra protein)
Mushrooms or corn
Fresh herbs: parsley or basil

Instructions (Step-by-Step)

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

Preheat to 180°C (350°F)
Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or similar

2️⃣ Prepare Veggies

Heat a pan with a little oil
Sauté onion, garlic, and broccoli for 3–4 minutes
This removes excess moisture and boosts flavor

3️⃣ Mix the Base

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs
Add cottage cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan
Stir in salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, and chili flakes

4️⃣ Combine

Fold in all vegetables (and chicken if using)
Mix gently until evenly distributed

5️⃣ Bake

Pour mixture into prepared dish
Bake 35–40 minutes until set in the center and lightly golden on top

6️⃣ Cool & Serve

Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing
Serve warm

Serving Ideas

With a fresh green salad 🥗
As a protein-packed breakfast bake 🍳
With toast, roti, or flatbread
Cut into squares for meal prep

Pro Tips

🥦 Drain veggies well to avoid a watery bake
🧀 Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra creaminess
🔥 Sprinkle extra cheese on top for a crisp, golden crust
🌶 Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you like heat

Nutrition Information (Approx. per serving, without chicken)

Calories: 280–320 kcal
Protein: 22–25 g
Carbohydrates: 8–10 g
Fat: 16–18 g

With chicken: +8–12 g protein per serving

Allergen Information

Contains: Dairy, Eggs
Does NOT contain: Nuts, soy, gluten (check cheese labels to confirm)
⚠️ If gluten-sensitive, ensure cheeses and seasonings are certified gluten-free

Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Bake, cool, and refrigerate up to 4 days.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes. Slice and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or microwave.

Q: Can I make it low-fat?
Yes. Use low-fat cottage cheese and reduced-fat mozzarella.

Q: Can I make it vegetarian or vegan?
Vegetarian: already is (without chicken).
Vegan: eggs and cheese are essential here—this recipe isn’t vegan-friendly.

Q: Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely—cauliflower, carrots, kale, or peas work well.

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