High Protein Breakfast Bake: A Savory Morning Casserole
A protein-packed egg casserole with cottage cheese, spinach, and Parmesan. This effortless one-dish breakfast is fluffy, savory, and perfect for meal prep or weekend brunch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Total Time: 50
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Inclusive
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
8 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup cottage cheese (2% or full-fat)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F
Mist a 9×9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth
Stir in cottage cheese, Parmesan, spinach, and onion until fully combined
Pour mixture into prepared baking dish
Bake 35 minutes, or until golden and firm to the touch
Notes
Use fresh, large eggs for optimal structure
Strain low-fat cottage cheese to reduce excess moisture
Serve warm with a side of avocado or whole-grain toast
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 320mg
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