Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

By Muhammad Faizan

Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

Light, Fluffy & Packed With Protein

This crustless quiche is a wholesome, no-fuss dish that’s creamy, flavorful, and full of good-for-you ingredients. Cottage cheese makes the texture rich and custardy without any heaviness, while spinach adds a fresh, earthy balance. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, meal prep, or even a light dinner!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or ½ cup frozen, thawed & drained)
  • ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ cup milk (or half & half)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for sautéing)

Optional add-ins:

  • Mushrooms, bell peppers, cooked chicken, turkey, feta, parsley, or chili flakes.

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Pan

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease an 8–9 inch baking dish or pie dish.

2️⃣ Cook the Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil or butter in a pan.
  • Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until soft.
  • Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • Add spinach until wilted (if fresh).
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3️⃣ Blend the Egg Mixture

In a bowl, whisk together:

  • Eggs
  • Cottage cheese
  • Milk
  • Salt, pepper, paprika

Mix until smooth.

4️⃣ Combine Everything

  • Add the sautéed spinach mixture to the egg mixture.
  • Stir in grated cheese.
  • Pour into the prepared baking dish.

5️⃣ Bake

Bake 30–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Let sit 5 minutes before slicing.

Servings

Serves 4–6

Notes

  • If using frozen spinach, squeeze out all water to avoid sogginess.
  • You can blend cottage cheese in a blender if you prefer a smoother texture.
  • Use low-fat cottage cheese if you want to reduce calories.
  • Allow cooling before slicing for clean, neat cuts.

Tips

  • Add extra protein by mixing in diced chicken, turkey bacon, or tofu.
  • Add herbs like dill, thyme, or parsley for a flavor boost.
  • For a firmer quiche, add one extra egg.
  • For a creamier quiche, use half & half instead of milk.

Nutritional Info (per slice, approx. based on 6 slices)

  • Calories: 150–180
  • Protein: 14–18 g
  • Fat: 9–11 g
  • Carbs: 3–5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g

(Varies depending on cheese and milk used.)

Benefits

  • High in protein
  • Low-carb and keto-friendly
  • Great for weight management
  • Perfect for meal prep (stays good for 3–4 days)
  • Gluten-free and crustless = fewer calories
  • Packed with spinach = iron, vitamins A, C, K

Q & A

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?

Yes — replace cottage cheese with dairy-free ricotta and use almond milk.

Q: Can I freeze it?

Absolutely! Freeze slices for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Q: Why did my quiche come out watery?

Usually from frozen spinach not being squeezed enough or underbaking. Bake until fully set.

Q: Can I add meat?

Yes, cooked chicken, turkey bacon, ham, or ground turkey work great.

Q: Does it reheat well?

Yes! Microwave or warm in an air fryer for best texture.

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