Cottage Cheese and Nut Loaf
Discover a hearty and wholesome twist on vegetarian comfort food with this Cottage Cheese and Nut Loaf recipe. Packed with protein-rich cottage cheese, a medley of coarsely chopped nuts like walnuts and almonds, and savory Parmesan cheese, this dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Sautéed onions and garlic bring an aromatic depth, while breadcrumbs and eggs create a satisfying, cohesive loaf. Enhanced with fragrant herbs like thyme and parsley and a splash of zesty lemon juice, every bite is a balance of creamy, nutty, and herby goodness. Perfect for a dinner centerpiece, this nut loaf is baked to golden perfection in just under an hour and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables. Vegetarian-friendly and easy to make, it’s an ideal option for weeknight meals or special gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams cottage cheese
- 150 grams mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, cashews, or pecans)
- 120 grams breadcrumbs
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with parchment paper for easy removal later.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a food processor, pulse the mixed nuts until coarsely chopped. Avoid over-processing; you want a textured crumb, not a powder.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sautéed onion and garlic, coarsely chopped nuts, breadcrumbs, eggs, and Parmesan cheese.
Add the thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until everything is well combined and forms a cohesive mixture.
Spoon the mixture into the prepared loaf tin, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the loaf is firm to the touch and golden brown on top.
Allow the loaf to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before removing it and slicing to serve. Pair with a salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.9 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 648 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 6286 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 114.8 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1138 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
