High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Bake (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy cottage cheese, colorful veggies, and cheddar make a filling, gluten-free bake ideal for satisfying meals.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 480 g cottage cheese
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 320 g frozen mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
04 - 110 g shredded cheddar cheese

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Other

09 - 15 ml olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Grease a 23x23 cm baking dish with olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
03 - Fold in frozen mixed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
05 - Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bake is set in the center.
06 - Allow to cool for several minutes, then slice into squares and serve warm.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Substitute fresh vegetables for frozen, but sauté them first to remove excess moisture.
02 - To enhance creaminess, incorporate a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
03 - Keeps refrigerated for up to 4 days; suitable for leftovers.

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