Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche – Light, Creamy & Packed with Protein!
This Cottage Cheese and Spinach Crustless Quiche is a delicious, low-carb meal that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Made with creamy cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and savory seasonings, it’s baked to golden perfection without the fuss of a crust. Ideal for meal prep, brunch gatherings, or a quick weekday dinner, this high-protein dish is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and full of flavor. Serve warm or chilled—either way, it’s a crowd-pleaser!
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish or baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Skillet (if using fresh spinach)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- ¼ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 4 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Optional add-ins: sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, shredded cheese, herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Sauté spinach if using fresh: cook until wilted, then cool and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Add cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, and seasonings.
- Fold in spinach and any optional add-ins. Stir gently to combine.
- Pour mixture into prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Spinach: Frozen works well—just thaw and drain thoroughly.
- Texture tip: Avoid overmixing eggs to keep the quiche fluffy.
- Make ahead: Bake and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in oven at 350°F or microwave gently with a damp paper towel.
- Customizations: Add sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, or swap cheeses like feta or goat cheese.
- Diet-friendly: Naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and easy to adapt for keto or dairy-free diets.