Cottage Cheese Frittata and Cheddar Bagel Sandwiches
A delightful combination of fluffy frittata filled with protein-rich cottage cheese, served between bagel halves—perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 bagels
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, crack and beat the eggs until well combined.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell pepper, and chopped onion. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are completely set and the top is lightly golden.
- Once baked, let the frittata cool slightly before slicing it into sections suited for stuffing in your bagels.
- Assemble your sandwiches by placing a frittata slice between the halved bagels.
- Serve the sandwiches warm for breakfast or make ahead for a convenient, high-protein snack during the week.
Notes
For an extra boost of flavor, sauté the onions and bell peppers before adding them to the egg mixture. Ensure you whisk the eggs thoroughly for a fluffier frittata.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg