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Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake

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5.1 from 27 reviews

This High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake is a nutritious and delicious dish packed with creamy cottage cheese, savory spices, and a colorful mix of veggies. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, it’s a satisfying high-protein meal perfect for any time of day.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

Cottage Cheese Mixture:

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Veggie Mix:

  • 2 cups frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn, or your favorite blend)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing the pan)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Prepare the cottage cheese mixture: Whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth. Stir in veggies, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake: Pour mixture into the baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden.
  4. Serve: Cool slightly, slice into squares, and serve.

Notes

  • You can use fresh vegetables instead of frozen, but cook them first to remove excess moisture.
  • For a creamier texture, stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  • This dish can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated as leftovers.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Breakfast, Brunch, Healthy
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg