Ingredients
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- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups liquid egg whites
- 1 1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim low-moisture mozzarella cheese, divided
- 2 packed cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup diced cooked turkey bacon
- 1/3 cup sliced scallions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, or less to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray or 1 teaspoon olive oil for the dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a deep 10-inch pie dish with cooking spray or a thin layer of oil.
- Cook the diced turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through and lightly browned. Transfer it to a plate.
- Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until wilted. Cool briefly, then press out any obvious excess moisture.
- Add the eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to a blender. Blend for 20 to 30 seconds, until mostly smooth.
- Scatter the turkey bacon, spinach, scallions, and most of the mozzarella evenly in the prepared dish. Pour the egg mixture over the fillings and gently distribute everything with a fork. Top with the remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the edges are set and the center reaches 160°F on a food thermometer.
- Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 6 servings.
Notes
- Cook and drain high-moisture vegetables before adding them so the crustless quiche does not turn watery.
- Cottage cheese and turkey bacon vary considerably in sodium; adjust added salt to the products you use.
- For a vegetarian version, omit turkey bacon and substitute cooked mushrooms, broccoli, or roasted red peppers.
- Refrigerate cooked quiche promptly and use within 3 to 4 days.
- Reheat leftovers to 165°F.
- Nutrition is an estimate and varies with brands and substitutions.
- For a gluten-free version, use turkey bacon and any packaged seasonings labeled gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free