Description
This High Protein Breakfast Casserole is a nutritious and hearty morning meal packed with ground turkey, eggs, cottage cheese, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, this casserole combines savory flavors with a creamy, cheesy texture, baked to golden perfection. It’s a great way to start your day with a boost of protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Meat
- Oil, for cooking
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 lb ground turkey or ground turkey sausage
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
Egg Mixture
- 12 eggs
- 2 cups (16 oz) cottage cheese
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh chives, finely diced, plus more for garnish
Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Sauté: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and red bell peppers and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add a bit more oil to the skillet, then add the ground turkey along with ½ teaspoon of sea salt. Break up the meat with a spatula and cook until it is lightly browned, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer the cooked meat to the bowl with the sautéed vegetables and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Blend: In a blender, combine the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and ¼ cup fresh chives. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Alternatively, use an immersion blender in a separate bowl to mix. Pour this egg mixture into the bowl containing the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Spread: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Optionally, garnish with additional freshly diced chives for a pop of color.
- Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to firm up and cool slightly.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey sausage for ground turkey if you prefer a spicier flavor.
- For a lower fat option, use reduced-fat cottage cheese and cheese.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/9 of casserole)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 320mg
