High Protein Spinach Artichoke Bake (Printable)

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

# What You'll 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 with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, spinach, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic.
03 - Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly using a spatula.
05 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It sneaks in serious protein without tasting like diet food at all.
  • You can prep it on Sunday and eat well all week without getting bored.
  • It works hot from the oven or cold straight from the fridge.
  • The creamy texture feels indulgent even though it's low carb and light.
02 -
  • If you skip squeezing the spinach dry, you'll end up with a watery bake that never fully sets.
  • Draining the cottage cheese makes a huge difference in texture, just tilt the container and pour off any pooled liquid.
  • Let it cool for at least five minutes before cutting or it will fall apart on your spatula.
03 -
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the richest, creamiest texture, low-fat works but it's not quite as satisfying.
  • Press the spinach in a fine mesh strainer or clean kitchen towel to get every bit of moisture out.
  • Let the bake sit in the turned-off oven with the door cracked for five extra minutes to firm up the center without overcooking the edges.
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