Description
A simple, comforting dish that balances creamy cottage cheese with bright vegetables and melty shredded cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, spinach, zucchini)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella, cheddar)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or oats
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and chop the mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs or oats, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in the chopped mixed vegetables until evenly combined.
- Drizzle the olive oil in a baking dish and coat the bottom. Transfer the veggie mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and the edges are bubbly.
- Let the bake cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the top and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for added aroma. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 140mg