Description
This cozy, protein-packed cottage cheese casserole is easy to make, budget-friendly, and loaded with veggies and melty mozzarella. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Cottage Cheese Casserole Base:
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
Veggie Prep Essentials:
2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, peppers, etc.)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
Topping Options:
Remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
For a gluten-free option, replace breadcrumbs with crushed almonds or gluten-free crackers.
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a medium casserole dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, 1/2 cup mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Sauté onion and garlic in a skillet until fragrant, then add mixed vegetables and cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender.
4. Fold sautéed vegetables into the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
5. Transfer mixture into the casserole dish and smooth out the top.
6. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative) evenly on top.
7. Optional: Add grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
8. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until golden and set.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Great for meal prep—refrigerates well for 3–4 days.
Try adding cooked quinoa or brown rice to make it heartier.
Customize vegetables based on what you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg