Description
This Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss is a creamy, savory baked egg dish combining cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan, and fresh vegetables for a nutritious, high-protein start to your day. It’s easy to prepare, gluten-free, and customizable for dietary needs, perfect for healthy breakfast enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed)
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (green onion can be used as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or fresh minced garlic to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked paprika can be used)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (drained if moist)
- 1 cup Spinach (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (well drained)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to warm up while you prepare the dish.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a food processor and blend for about 30 seconds until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring a velvety texture in the final dish.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Gently fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, fresh chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Add Vegetables: Fold in the drained bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes evenly to distribute the flavors and textures throughout the mixture.
- Pour Mixture into Dish: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly jiggly, indicating perfect doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the baked eggs to rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing. This helps it set further and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Use lactose-free cottage cheese or nutritional yeast to accommodate lactose intolerance or dairy-free preferences.
- Fresh minced garlic can replace garlic powder; adjust quantity to taste to avoid overpowering flavors.
- Draining bell peppers and sun-dried tomatoes prevents excess moisture, ensuring the dish bakes properly.
- Smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky flavor that complements the savory ingredients.
- The dish can be served warm or at room temperature, making it suitable for meal prep.
- Substitute green onions for chives if preferred for a similar mild onion flavor.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American