High Protein Quiche: Easy GF, Low Carb Breakfast Recipe
Whip up this viral High Protein Quiche! Gluten-free, low-carb, and quick to make. Boost your energy with this healthy, easy breakfast recipe.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat recommended
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
- ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon or diced ham/shredded chicken
- 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- ½ cup diced bell pepper any color
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ¼ cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk for lighter option
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground, to taste
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8x8 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, heavy cream (or almond milk), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth. Ensure the cottage cheese is mostly broken down.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon (or other protein), chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, and diced onion into the egg mixture. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading the ingredients evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the quiche cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps it set further and makes for cleaner cuts.
Notes
Storage: Leftover quiche can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
Variations: Feel free to customize your quiche with other low-carb vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and add more veggies or a plant-based protein alternative.
Variations: Feel free to customize your quiche with other low-carb vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and add more veggies or a plant-based protein alternative.
