Description
Veggie Bake with Cottage Cheese comes together like a warm hug from your kitchen, packed with colorful vegetables and creamy cottage cheese that blend perfectly. Grab some fresh produce and prepare a comforting meal that feels like home on a plate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
Instructions
- Prepare your oven by heating it to 375°F (190°C) and coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil spray.
- Dice 2 cups of mixed vegetables into uniform ½-inch cubes to guarantee consistent cooking.
- Whisk 3 large eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp Italian herbs in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Gently incorporate chopped vegetables and ½ cup shredded cheese into the egg mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the vegetable and cheese blend into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese over the top of the mixture to create a golden, melted crust.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 32 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and bubbling edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the veggie bake rest for 12 minutes, allowing the proteins to settle and making slicing easier.
Notes
- Swap seasonal vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach to keep the dish interesting and use what’s fresh.
- Choose full-fat cottage cheese for a richer texture and more creamy consistency in your bake.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and double-check your herbs and seasonings.
- When chopping vegetables, aim for uniform sizes to guarantee even cooking and consistent flavor throughout the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg