Savory Zucchini Cottage Cheese Bake for Healthy Comfort Food

This Zucchini Cottage Cheese Bake is a delicious, high-protein dish featuring creamy cottage cheese and fresh zucchini, perfect for any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

2 medium Zucchini Squeezed to remove moisture
2 cups Full-Fat Cottage Cheese Soft-style for smoother texture
3 large Eggs Room temperature
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For topping, adjust as desired
1/2 cup Almond Flour Or All-Purpose Flour for classic
1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Or Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon Salt Use sparingly due to Parmesan

Equipment

Baking dish
Mixing bowl
box grater
Food Processor

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare your baking dish.
Grate the zucchini, place in a towel, and squeeze to remove excess moisture.
In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth, then stir in minced garlic.
Add squeezed zucchini, half of the Parmesan, almond flour, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently.
Pour mixture into a greased baking dish, top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 16gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid a watery bake. Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation.

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