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Crustless spinach quiche

Recipe Information

Description:
Crustless spinach quiche is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 40 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 40 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Eggs; Cottage Cheese
Category Dairy; Eggs
Meal Breakfast; Brunch
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Sautéing; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

  • One 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

  • 1 1/2 cups grated light cheddar cheese

  • 6 large egg whites

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/3 cup nonfat cottage cheese

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

  • In a nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent, then add the spinach and stir for an additional 3 minutes or until the spinach is dry. Set aside the spinach mixture.

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat a 9" nonstick pie pan with cooking spray, lightly. Add the cheese to the pie pan and top with the spinach mixture. Whisk the egg whites, egg, cottage cheese, red pepper, salt, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Pour the egg mixture over the spinach mixture.

  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until set. Let sit for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 215 cal

  • Total fat: 11g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 75mg

  • Sodium: 550mg

  • Carbohydrate: 6g

  • Protein: 23g