Description
This Easy Spinach and Cottage Cheese Breakfast Casserole is a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. Packed with fresh spinach, creamy cottage cheese, and a blend of cheeses, this baked casserole is both hearty and healthy. Perfect for meal prep or a weekend brunch, it combines vibrant vegetables with protein-rich eggs for a satisfying breakfast that’s gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
Dairy and Eggs
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
Oils and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add chopped spinach and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, full-fat cottage cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine and Add Cheese: Stir the sautéed vegetables into the egg mixture, then fold in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses evenly.
- Bake Casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top has turned lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the casserole set for easier serving.
Notes
- If substituting frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out as much moisture as possible before using to avoid a watery casserole.
- For added protein and flavor, consider adding cooked turkey sausage or sautéed mushrooms to the vegetable mix.
- Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently before serving to maintain texture.
