Description
A delightful and easy casserole combining feta, spinach, and eggs, perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Thaw the spinach and remove excess moisture.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained spinach, sautéed onion and garlic, feta, cottage cheese, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Grease a baking dish and pour the spinach mixture into it, smoothing the top.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes until firm and lightly golden on top.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute cheeses and eggs with plant-based alternatives. You can also add fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg