Ingredients
1.5 cups egg whites
1 cup cottage cheese
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup fresh spinach or kale, finely chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 tablespoons sliced green onion
1/2 cup shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or substitute with cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (can substitute with goat cheese or Parmesan)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round baking or pie dish with cooking spray or oil.
2-Prepare the vegetables by heating olive oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Sauté the red bell pepper, spinach (or kale), and green onion for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
3-Cool the vegetables by transferring them to a small bowl and setting aside to cool slightly.
4-Create the egg mixture by combining the egg whites, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, crumbled feta, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion or tabletop blender, about 30-60 seconds. This step is crucial for achieving that silky, custard-like texture.
5-Combine everything by stirring the cooled sautéed vegetables into the egg mixture.
6-Pour and bake the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the quiche is firm in the center and golden brown on top.
Last Step:
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🌿 Use either fresh spinach or kale for different flavors.
🧀 Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein, and blends in when baked.
🥚 Whole eggs or combinations of whole eggs and egg whites can be used to keep 1.5 cups total.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb, High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving