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Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole (High Protein & Fiber!)

A hearty and nutritious vegetarian breakfast casserole packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a satisfying start to your day.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 6 pieces
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot shallot diced
  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper seeds removed and chopped
  • 5 ounces baby spinach roughly chopped
  • 2 15 oz cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt and black pepper salt and black pepper
  • 12 large eggs eggs
  • 1.5 cups cottage cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Sauté shallot and bell pepper in olive oil until softened (~5 min).
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted. Mix in black beans and spices; heat for 2 min.
  • Transfer mixture to baking dish. Blend eggs and cottage cheese with salt until smooth, then pour over veggies.
  • Bake for 35-40 min until top is golden and center is set. Cool for 15 min, then slice and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, top with fresh herbs or a dollop of yogurt.
Keyword Fiber, high protein, Vegetarian