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Spinach Feta Egg-White Bake

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Are you looking for a nutritious, high-protein, and low-calorie brunch option that’s both delicious and satisfying? Look no further! This Spinach Feta Egg-White Bake is the ultimate recipe for those who want to enjoy a healthy meal without compromising on taste.

Packed with fresh vegetables, savory back bacon, and a generous amount of protein, this egg-white bake is a fantastic choice for a light yet filling brunch. It’s also easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy mornings or meal prepping for the week ahead.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • Nutrient-Dense: This bake is loaded with fresh vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats, ensuring you get a balanced and nutritious meal.
  • High-Protein: With egg whites, cottage cheese, and feta, this dish is packed with protein, making it perfect for muscle repair and keeping you full longer.
  • Low-Calorie: Using low-fat and lean ingredients helps keep the calorie count low, making it a guilt-free option for brunch.
  • Easy to Make: Simple instructions and minimal prep time make this recipe perfect for those with busy schedules.

Here are the Main Ingredients you will Need to make this Recipe!

Step-by-step Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the diced Canadian Back Bacon and warm for 2-3 minutes, then add the chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites, whole eggs, and blended cottage cheese until smooth.

Stir in the sautéed spinach, bacon, onion, and garlic mixture.

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped dill.

Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix well to combine all ingredients.

Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Place in the preheated oven and bake covered with aluminum foil for 45-55 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to remove any excess moisture and let the top golden.

Let the bake cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve warm, garnished with additional dill or parsley if desired.

Recipe Notes/Modifications:

  • Blending the cottage cheese ensures a smooth texture in the bake. You can use a food processor or blender for this step. It is optional!
  • The Bacon I use is from Costco, brand Freybe. You can sub with another high-protein low fat back bacon or ham. 
  • I love bringing this recipe to brunches as typically there are lots of high carb options already there. If eating at home, I like pairing it with sweet potatoes or placing this in a wrap and grilling to increase carbs.
  • Short-Term Storage: Allow the bake to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container or cover the baking dish with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
  • Long-Term Storage: Once the bake has cooled completely, you can freeze it. Wrap the entire dish tightly with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or transfer individual portions to freezer-safe containers or resealable freezer bags. I love these baking dishes from amazon as they come with a lid and make storage easy! This bake can be frozen for 2-3 months.
  • Bake time may vary based on liquid content of cottage cheese/grape tomatoes.

Looking for Other Delicious Brunch Options?!

Checkout my Monte Cristo Breakfast Bake, Banoffee French Toast, or Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake!

Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake

If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could rate this recipe and leave a comment on it. You can also tag me on Instagram @thebalancedbitefoodie so that I can see your delicious creation! 

Now let’s dive into how to create this recipe!

Spinach Feta Egg-White Bake

Recipe by Megan Reger
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: Breakfast
Servings

8

Servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

223

kcal
Serving Size

222g

Total time

1

hour 

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    Ingredients

    • 100 g fresh spinach, roughly chopped (3.5 cups)

    • 660 g egg whites (2 3/4 cups)

    • 360 g low-fat cottage cheese, blended until smooth (1 1/2 cups)

    • 160 g feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

    • 250 g cherry tomatoes, halved (1 1/3 cup)

    • 175 g onion, finely diced (1 1/4 cup)

    • 3 cloves garlic, minced

    • 5 whole eggs

    • 200 g pre-cooked Freybe Canadian back bacon, diced- see note

    • 2.5 tbsp chopped fresh dill or 1 tbsp freeze dried dill

    • 30 g sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped, excess oil rinsed off (1/4 cup)

    • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Directions

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
    • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
    • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
    • Add the diced Canadian Back Bacon and warm for 2-3 minutes, then add the chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites, whole eggs, and blended cottage cheese until smooth.
    • Stir in the sautéed spinach, bacon, onion, and garlic mixture.
    • Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped dill.
    • Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix well to combine all ingredients.
    • Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish.
    • Place in the preheated oven and bake covered with aluminum foil for 45-55 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to remove any excess moisture and let the top golden.
    • Let the bake cool for a few minutes before slicing.
    • Serve warm, garnished with additional dill or parsley if desired.

    Recipe Notes & Modifications

    • Blending the cottage cheese ensures a smooth texture in the bake. You can use a food processor or blender for this step. It is optional!
    • The Bacon I use is from Costco, brand Freybe. You can sub with another high-protein low fat back bacon or ham.
    • I love bringing this recipe to brunches as typically there are lots of high carb options already there. If eating at home, I like pairing it with sweet potatoes or placing this in a wrap and grilling to increase carbs.
    • Short-Term Storage: Allow the bake to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container or cover the baking dish with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
    • Long-Term Storage: Once the bake has cooled completely, you can freeze it. Wrap the entire dish tightly with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or transfer individual portions to freezer-safe containers or resealable freezer bags. I love these baking dishes from amazon as they come with a lid and make storage easy! This bake can be frozen for 2-3 months.
    • Bake time may vary based on liquid content of cottage cheese/grape tomatoes.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Serving Size: 222g
    • Total number of serves: 8
    • Calories: 223kcal
    • Carbohydrates: 7.6g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Fat: 10.2g
    • Fiber: 0.5g

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