Broccoli and Cauliflower Cottage Cheese Bake for Cozy Nights

Enjoy this Broccoli and Cauliflower Cottage Cheese Bake for a nutritious, high-protein meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Veggies

2 cups broccoli, chopped
2 cups cauliflower, chopped

For the Base

2 cups cottage cheese can substitute with Greek yogurt or ricotta
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded use additional cheddar instead of Parmesan if needed
2 large eggs acts as binder

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Optional Add-ins

1 cup cooked chicken, turkey, or sausage for additional protein

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Baking Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Chop the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets and steam for 5-7 minutes until tender.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend until smooth.
Gently fold the steamed broccoli and cauliflower, along with the shredded cheddar cheese, into the cottage cheese mixture.
Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Let the bake cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. It's perfect for meal prep and can be frozen for later use.

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