High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake
Discover the perfect blend of nutrition and flavor with our High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake Recipe. This delightful dish combines creamy cottage cheese and vibrant mixed vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that’s ideal for any occasion—be it a quick lunch, a hearty dinner, or an impressive side for guests. With its high protein content from cottage cheese and eggs, this bake will keep you energized throughout the day. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite veggies and spices. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated as leftovers, this veggie bake is sure to become a staple in your meal prep routine!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth. Stir in frozen mixed veggies, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the middle.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 140mg