Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake: A Wholesome Comfort Dish Recipe
This Cottage Cheese and Veggie Bake is a wholesome and comforting dish featuring roasted zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes layered with a creamy cottage cheese and egg mixture, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a golden, bubbly finish. Perfect for a nutritious dinner or a satisfying vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Dairy & Eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
Others
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and roast vegetables: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Toss sliced zucchini, diced red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and fragrant.
- Prepare cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, and half of the shredded mozzarella. Mix well to create a creamy filling.
- Assemble the bake: Lightly grease a baking dish. Layer the roasted vegetables along with chopped spinach evenly in the dish. Pour the cottage cheese mixture over the veggies to cover them evenly. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly, and the filling is set.
- Rest and garnish: Remove from oven and let the bake rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley to add color and freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
- For a gluten-free option, this recipe is naturally gluten-free as no wheat ingredients are used.
- If you want a firmer texture, reduce cottage cheese slightly and increase eggs to 3.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for a different flavor profile.
- Leftover bake can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
