Cottage Cheese Zucchini Quiche
A delicious and nutritious quiche made with cottage cheese, zucchini, and eggs, perfect for any meal and easy to customize.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use low-fat or regular based on preference
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated Squeeze out excess moisture if possible
- 4 pieces eggs Large eggs recommended
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or mozzarella works well
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference
- 1 teaspoon olive oil For greasing the baking dish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a pie dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, grated zucchini, shredded cheese, chopped onion, and garlic powder.
- Crack the eggs into the mixture and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Mix all the ingredients together until just combined.
Baking
- Gently pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini before mixing. Customize with different cheeses and fresh herbs for extra flavor. Quiche can be served hot or cold.