High-Protein Vegetable Cottage Cheese Bake with Turkey & Cheese
Method
Preheat your air fryer to 160°C (320°F) or your conventional oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, diced turkey, sweet corn, bell pepper, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all of the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a small oven-safe baking dish or ramekin, spreading it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the grated reduced-fat cheese evenly over the top.
Air Fryer: Bake for 20 minutes until the center is set and the cheese is golden.
Oven: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed, lightly browned, and cooked through.
Let the bake rest for 3–5 minutes before serving. This allows it to firm up slightly and makes slicing easier.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm with a crisp green salad or sliced cucumbers.
This savory bake is excellent for meal prep and tastes just as delicious the next day. Try adding spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli for extra vegetables, or replace the turkey with grilled chicken for another high-protein variation.
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