High Protein Crustless Quiche

protein crustless quiche in a white pie dish with one slice being removed.

This High Protein Crustless Quiche is a quick and satisfying high-protein breakfast option that also works perfectly for lunch or dinner. You’ll love the simplicity and versatility of this hormone-friendly quiche, which offers a healthier twist on traditional quiche.

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Course: Main Course

Keyword: easy, healthy

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Rest Time: 15

Total Time: 1

Servings:

Calories: 219kcal

Ingredients

5 eggs
1 cup cottage cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
4 portabella mushrooms chopped into ½" pieces
2 cup baby spinach packed; see notes if using frozen spinach
½ cup red bell pepper diced
⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Coat an 8x8" baking dish or a pie dish with cooking spray.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute portabella mushrooms and red bell pepper until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add spinach to the skillet and continue cooking until the spinach is wilted. Cook until any extra moisture has evaporated.
In a large glass bowl, whisk the eggs together. Add cottage cheese and mix until well combined. Tip: for a creamier texture, use a blender to puree the cottage cheese first before mixing in with the eggs (recommended).
Stir cooked vegetables, shredded cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder into the egg mixture. Stir to combine.
Pour egg mixture into the prepared baking dish or pie dish. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the center is cooked through and the top is golden brown. Once cooked, remove from the oven and allow the quiche to rest and cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. The quiche will continue to set as it cools.

Notes

Substitute 1/2 cup frozen spinach for fresh spinach. Thaw frozen spinach and drain before adding to the skillet to saute. You may need to wrap it in a paper towel to squeeze out excess moisture.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Simply reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes when ready to serve.

For more variations, substitutions, and tips, see full blog post above.

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