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Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake

Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake: Healthy Comfort Food Delight

Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake is a healthy, high-protein casserole that effortlessly brings comfort food to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Zucchini Sliced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Can substitute with plant-based
  • 3 large Eggs Or flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Divided
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Can substitute with nutritional yeast
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased baking dish.
  2. Toss zucchini, red bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then roast for about 15 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, and half of the mozzarella until smooth.
  4. Layer the roasted vegetables in the baking dish, followed by the cottage cheese mixture.
  5. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure watery vegetables are fully roasted and drain excess liquid from cottage cheese if necessary. Feel free to customize cheeses to your liking.

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