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High Protein Veggie Bake

High Protein Veggie Bake That'll Fuel Your Day and Delight

High Protein Veggie Bake offers a nutritious and satisfying meal option packed with protein and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Substitute with ricotta for similar texture.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets No direct substitution needed.
  • 1 whole Bell Pepper Can swap for a different variety or omit.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Swap with yellow squash for a twist.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with diced tomatoes or omit.
  • 2 cups Spinach Can replace with kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1 whole Red Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
For the Binding
  • 3 large Eggs No direct substitution suggested.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with melted butter or avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used, reduce quantity.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh may be substituted.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Feel free to use a different melting cheese.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish using olive oil or cooking spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese with broccoli florets, diced bell pepper, zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and sliced red onion.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and dried oregano until smooth.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the veggie and cottage cheese blend, and gently fold the ingredients together.
  6. Carefully transfer the combined mixture into the greased baking dish, leveling it out with a spatula.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella generously over the top of the veggie mixture.
  8. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  9. Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This High Protein Veggie Bake is a delicious option for meals and a way to sneak healthful ingredients into your diet. Enjoy creating this culinary masterpiece!

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