Crustless Cottage Cheese Quiche
This crustless cottage cheese quiche is a high-protein, naturally gluten-free way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. It’s creamy, fluffy, and packed with veggies and cheddar cheese for an easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Just mix, pour, and bake—no crust required.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- High in protein thanks to cottage cheese, eggs, and meat.
- Naturally gluten-free—no crust needed.
- Versatile: use any mixed vegetables you have on hand.
- Meal-prep friendly and reheats beautifully.
If you are looking for more healthy ways to use leftovers, try my Savory Breakfast Muffins and Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie. If you are looking for more cottage cheese recipes, try this Healthy Sweet Potato Pie.
Ingredients you’ll need:
- Leftover meat like cooked turkey, chicken or ham: Adds lean protein and makes the quiche hearty and filling.
- Mixed vegetables: Provide color, nutrients, and a balanced texture throughout the quiche.
- Cottage cheese: Adds creaminess and boosts the protein while keeping the quiche light.
- Eggs: Bind everything together and create the classic fluffy quiche texture.
- Milk: Helps thins the mixture so it bakes evenly and stays tender.
- Garlic powder: Adds savory depth and enhances the overall flavor.
- Salt: Brings out the flavors of the turkey, cheese, and vegetables.
- Pepper: Adds a subtle kick and rounds out the seasoning.
- Cheddar cheese: Melts into the quiche for richness and a delicious cheesy flavor.
- Chives or green onions: Add freshness and brightness to the dish.
How to make crustless cottage cheese quiche:
(The full written and printable recipe is further below.)
Step #1) Add your cooked vegetables to the bottom of a 9″ round greased dish.
Step #2) Add your meat of choice on top.
Step #3) In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour into the dish.
Step #4) Sprinkle the cheese and chives on top. Bake at 350F for 35-40 minutes.
Pair this quiche with:
- A simple green salad
- Fresh fruit
- A warm bowl of soup
- Roasted potatoes for a heartier meal
Storing & freezing instructions:
- Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.
Recipe FAQs:
Yes! Substitute with 1 cup Greek yogurt. The texture will be slightly denser but still delicious.
You can try using dairy-free cottage cheese and milk. Substitute the cheddar with a good meltable, plant-based cheese.
Absolutely—use a 9×13 baking dish and add about 5–10 minutes to the baking time.
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Crustless Cottage Cheese Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked mixed vegetables, (mushrooms, peppers, onions, etc)
- 1½ cup cooked meat, (turkey, chicken, ham, or pulled pork)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 Tbsp chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a 9" baking dish.
- Add your cooked vegetables to the bottom of the baking dish. Add your turkey or meat of choice on top.1 cup cooked mixed vegetables, 1½ cup cooked meat
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour into the dish.4 large eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, pepper to taste
- Sprinkle the cheese and chives on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a thin knife inserted into the center comes out clean.3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 Tbsp chives
Recipe adapted from Baking for Friends
