High Protein Spinach Artichoke Bake (Print Version)

Creamy cottage cheese and feta blend with spinach, artichokes, and eggs for a protein-packed, low-carb bake

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups cottage cheese, drained of excess liquid
02 - 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Eggs

04 - 3 large eggs

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
06 - 1 cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

08 - Salt to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, spinach, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic.
03 - Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent and creamy but packs 16 grams of protein per slice without any meat.
  • You can have it on the table in under an hour with barely any prep work.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully, so meal prep actually feels exciting instead of like a chore.
02 -
  • Drain your cottage cheese well—I learned this the hard way when my first attempt turned out watery and sad.
  • Squeeze the spinach dry like your life depends on it, or you'll end up with a soggy bottom layer.
  • Let it rest for at least five minutes after baking or your slices will fall apart when you serve them.
03 -
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture—low-fat versions can turn out dry and grainy.
  • If you want a firmer, sliceable texture, add an extra egg to the mixture.
  • Let the bake cool completely before slicing if you're meal prepping, so the pieces hold together perfectly.
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