Description
A flavorful and protein-packed Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake featuring creamy cottage cheese, vibrant vegetables, and hearty oats. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese (low‑fat or full‑fat)
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, grated
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or jack)
- ½ cup oats
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, spinach, bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, grated cheese, oats, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until set and golden on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Swap in broccoli, kale, or corn based on availability or preference.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or Parmesan for variation.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer-friendly: cool completely, portion, and freeze.
- Reheat in oven or microwave.
- Great for meal prep or make-ahead baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of bake)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
