High-Protein Tortilla Quiche

SERVES 1

Ingredients  

1 large burrito size flour tortilla, gluten-free if needed

2 large eggs

½ cup liquid egg whites

⅓ cup cottage cheese

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup chopped spinach

¼ cup chopped red bell pepper

¼ cup mozzarella or cheddar cheese

Instructions 

Preheat your oven to 180. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie pan with cooking spray or oil. Press the flour tortilla into the pan, gently folding and pleating the edges so it fits snugly and forms a crust.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, salt and black pepper until well combined.

Sprinkle the chopped spinach and red bell pepper evenly over the tortilla crust. Pour the egg mixture over the veggies, then top with shredded cheese.

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden. The tortilla edges should be slightly crisp.

Let the quiche cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. This helps it firm up and makes cleaner slices. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 430mg | Sodium: 818mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g