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Cottage Cheese Egg Bake: A Protein-Packed, Veggie-Loaded Breakfast Delight


  • Author: Norah
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A protein-packed, low-carb breakfast casserole that combines fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, fresh veggies, and Parmesan cheese. This savory bake is easy to prep ahead, perfect for meal prep or a nutritious family breakfast.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 eggs

  • 1 cup cottage cheese

  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced (about ½ onion)

  • 1 cup spinach, chopped

  • 6 cherry tomatoes, diced (about ½ cup)

  • ½ zucchini, diced or shredded (about ½ cup)

  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  • Stir in diced onion, chopped spinach, diced cherry tomatoes, and zucchini.

  • Fold in half of the shredded Parmesan cheese.

  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  • Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.

  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the egg bake is set and the top is lightly golden. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

 

  • Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms.

For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese and Parmesan with vegan alternatives.

This bake stores well and reheats nicely for quick breakfasts.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: egg bake, cottage cheese casserole, breakfast casserole, healthy breakfast, low carb