The Anti-Inflammatory Cottage Cheese Spinach Quiche has delicious flavors and a silky texture. We prepare this crustless quiche with cottage cheese, fresh spinach, eggs, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, olive oil, turmeric, oregano, parsley, sea salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. There are only 4 g net carbs and approximately 245 calories in this crustless quiche. This simple quiche takes no more than an hour to bake. The Anti-Inflammatory Cottage Cheese Spinach Quiche is perfect for weekly meal prep, high-protein diets, gluten-free meal plans, healthy family meals, and busy weekdays. You can serve this crustless quiche with a Mixed Green Salad, Roasted Asparagus, Garlic Green Beans, Fresh Berries, or a warm cup of Ginger Lemon Tea.
STATS:
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Protein
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Cooking Method: Bake
- Difficulty Level: Easy
TOOLS:
- Pie dish
- Bowl
- Skillet
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- Eight eggs
- 1½ cups cottage cheese
- 3 cups spinach
- One cup mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese, half cup
- One onion
- Two garlic cloves
- Black pepper, one-fourth tsp.
- One tbsp. olive oil
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
COTTAGE CHEESE:
- We choose cottage cheese because it delivers more protein and has a velvety texture. As a replacement, you can use ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, farmer’s cheese, or blended tofu.
SPINACH:
- We use fresh spinach, as it adds nutrients and antioxidants. Collard greens or well-drained frozen spinach may be utilized in its place.
EGGS:
- We include eggs because they provide a frothy texture and glue the ingredients together. As a substitute, you can use egg substitute or liquid egg whites.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- We use mozzarella cheese, as it gives a fluffy texture & a subtle flavor. You can substitute it with Monterey Jack, provolone, cheddar, or dairy-free mozzarella.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- We use Parmesan cheese, as it adds a rich, savory flavor. As an alternative, you can use Pecorino Romano, Asiago, nutritional yeast, or dairy-free Parmesan.
ONION:
- We use onion, as it adds sweetness and depth of flavor. You can substitute it with shallots, green onions, leeks, or sweet onion.
GARLIC:
- We use garlic, as it provides bold flavor and anti-inflammatory benefits. As a replacement, you can use garlic powder or garlic paste.
OLIVE OIL:
- We use olive oil, as it provides healthy fats and helps cook the vegetables. Avocado oil or walnut oil is another choice.
TURMERIC:
- We use turmeric, as it adds color and anti-inflammatory properties. You can replace it with fresh turmeric, ginger, or curry powder.
OREGANO:
- We use oregano, as it gives the quiche a Mediterranean flavor. As a substitute, you can use thyme, basil, or Italian seasoning.
PARSLEY:
- We use fresh parsley, as it adds freshness and color. Use dill, basil, or chives as further choices.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 375°Fahrenheit and coat a pie dish.
- Preheat the olive oil in a pan.
- Cook the onion till tender, for almost four minutes.
- Include the garlic and cook for almost thirty seconds.
- Whisk in the spinach and cook till wilted.
- Stir the nutmeg, eggs, pepper, cottage cheese, salt, turmeric, and oregano in a dish.
- Mix in cooked spinach mixture, mozzarella, parsley, and Parmesan.
- Distribute the mixture in a pie dish.
- Bake for almost thirty-five minutes.
- Leave the quiche to rest for almost ten minutes and then slice.
- Serve this cheesy quiche refrigerated or warm.
TIPS:
- Include bell peppers or mushrooms for additional veggies.
- To make the filling smoother, we combine the cottage cheese.
- Allow the quiche to sit for some time and then make slices.
- You could utilize freshly grated cheese for a perfect flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Mixed Green Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Arugula Salad
- Greek Salad
- Avocado Salad
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Asparagus
- Garlic Broccoli
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Roasted Cauliflower
BREAKFAST SIDES:
- Fresh Berries
- Sliced Avocado
- Greek Yogurt
- Whole Grain Toast
- Seasonal Fruit Salad
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this quiche in a closed box and stock it for at least 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Cover the slices separately and store for approximately eighty to ninety days.
FAQs:
Will we prepare this quiche earlier?
- Yes, you can bake this quiche one day earlier and chill it.
Could we utilize frozen spinach?
- Yes, you might utilize frozen spinach, although fully defrost it and squeeze out the additional water.
May we include additional vegetables?
- Yes, you can use bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli.
Will we prepare this quiche dairy-free?
- Yes, you can utilize vegan shredded cheese and cottage cheese.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 245 kcal
Protein: 21 g
Fat: 15 g
Total Carbs: 5 g
Sodium: 470 mg
Net Carbs: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 3 g
Serving Size: 1 slice
