High Protein Spinach Artichoke Bake (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy casserole with cottage cheese, feta, spinach and artichokes. High protein, low-carb, and meal-prep friendly.

# 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and eggs. Whisk until blended.
03 - Add spinach, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic to the bowl.
04 - Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
05 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly with a spatula.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set when tested with a knife.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It uses simple pantry staples and comes together in one bowl with almost no prep work.
  • Each serving gives you a serious protein boost without feeling heavy or carb-loaded.
  • The creamy cottage cheese base tastes indulgent but keeps things light and nutritious.
  • It reheats beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep or busy weeknights.
02 -
  • Always drain your cottage cheese and squeeze your spinach dry, excess moisture is the enemy of a firm, sliceable bake.
  • Taste the mixture before baking, cottage cheese varies in saltiness and you want to get the seasoning just right while you can still adjust it.
  • Let it rest for at least five minutes after baking, it continues to set as it cools and will slice much cleaner.
03 -
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture, low-fat versions can turn out a bit grainy.
  • If you like a more golden, crispy top, switch the oven to broil for the last two minutes and watch it closely.
  • Make a double batch and freeze half, future you will thank you when dinner needs to happen in minutes.
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