Cheesy Vegetable Egg Bake
Golden on top, soft and creamy inside—perfect for breakfast, lunch, or light dinner.
Time & Yield
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Bake: 40–45 minutes
- Total: ~1 hour
- Servings: 6–8 squares
Ingredients
Base
- 8 large eggs
- 1½ cups milk (or cream for richer texture)
- 1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta
- 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
Vegetables (very flexible)
- 1 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, grated & squeezed dry
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup bell pepper or spinach (optional)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
For the Dish
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
- Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F
- Grease a rectangular baking dish (like in the image)
2️⃣ Mix the Base
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and cottage cheese
- Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs
3️⃣ Add Veggies & Cheese
- Fold in broccoli, zucchini, onion, and peppers
- Mix in ¾ of the shredded cheese
4️⃣ Bake
- Pour mixture into dish
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top
- Bake uncovered 40–45 minutes, until golden and set in center
5️⃣ Rest & Slice
- Cool 10 minutes before cutting (important for clean slices)
Nut & Allergen Information
- Nut-free (no nuts used)
- Contains dairy & eggs
- Use dairy-free milk & vegan cheese if needed
- Always check packaged cheese for cross-contamination warnings
Nutrition (Approx. per slice, 1 of 8)
- Calories: ~220
- Protein: ~15–18g
- Carbs: ~6–8g
- Fat: ~14g
(Low-carb & keto-friendly)
Q & A
Q: Why does mine come out watery sometimes?
A: Zucchini must be squeezed dry. Extra moisture = soggy bake.
Q: Can I add chicken or meat?
A: Yes! Add 1 cup cooked chicken, turkey, or beef.
Q: Can I freeze this?
A: Yes. Slice, wrap tightly, freeze up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Perfect for meal prep—keeps 4 days refrigerated.
Q: Is this good for weight loss or bariatric diets?
A: Yes—high protein, low carb, very filling.
Q: Can I skip cottage cheese?
A: Yes—replace with more milk or cream.
Pro Tips
- Let it rest before slicing (as shown in the image)
- For extra browning, broil 2–3 minutes at the end
