Cottage Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche. Light, low carb, and creamy!
🛒 Your High-Protein Ingredient Checklist
Gather these simple, nutrient-dense whole foods before turning on your oven:
- 5 large eggs.
- 1 cup low-fat or whole-milk cottage cheese 🧀 (The secret to that ultra-creamy, crustless structural lift!).
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped 🥬.
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese or mozzarella, shredded.
- ¼ cup green onions (scallions), finely sliced.
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil (to sauté the greens cleanly).
- ½ tsp garlic powder & ¼ tsp onion powder.
- ¼ tsp salt & ¼ tsp cracked black pepper.
- Optional: A small pinch of ground nutmeg (an old-school chef trick that makes spinach and eggs pop!).
⏱️ Step-by-Step Preparation & Baking Guide
1. Preheating and Pan Prep ⏰🔥
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round glass pie dish, cake pan, or tart pan with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray to ensure your slices lift out flawlessly later.
