High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake: Comfort in Every Bite

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake is a delicious and nutritious dish that offers comfort food without gluten, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Cottage Cheese Feel free to use dairy-free cheese for a different spin.
3 large Eggs For a vegan option, use flax eggs.

For the Vegetables

3 cups Mixed Vegetables Frozen or fresh; thaw frozen veggies and drain excess liquid.

For Flavor

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Topping

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap for mozzarella or any spicy cheese blend.

Equipment

9x9-inch baking dish
large mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
Ensure frozen mixed vegetables are fully thawed and drained; chop fresh veggies into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the mixed vegetables along with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider garnishing with fresh herbs for an added burst of flavor.

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