Low Fat Cheesy Spinach Bake
Wholesome and comforting, this Low Fat Cheesy Spinach Bake is a guilt-free delight that combines nutritious fresh spinach with creamy low-fat cottage cheese and tangy Greek yogurt for a satisfying yet diet-friendly dish. Perfectly seasoned with nutmeg, garlic, and black pepper, this easy spinach casserole is brought to life with a bubbling, golden layer of shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese on top. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an oven bake that delivers light, fluffy results, this recipe is an ideal choice for a healthy side dish or a lightweight vegetarian main. Packed with protein and veggies, it fits seamlessly into low-calorie meal plans while delivering big on taste and texture—a must-try for anyone craving indulgence without the compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh spinach
- 250 g low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 large egg
- 100 g low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 60 g non-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 as needed olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly spray a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil cooking spray and set aside.
Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Place the spinach in a large pot over medium heat and cover. Cook until wilted, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Squeeze out excess water and roughly chop.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, low-fat cottage cheese, eggs, Greek yogurt, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
In a small non-stick skillet, add a tiny bit of olive oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add this mixture to the bowl with the spinach and cheese, and stir to combine.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Top with the shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let stand for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your low-fat cheesy spinach bake warm as a side or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 524 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 3250 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 88.8 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1586 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 792 mg | 17% | |
*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.
