Mediterranean Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Light, fluffy, and packed with protein and bold Mediterranean flavor—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep!

Ingredients

Base

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat for creaminess)
• ½ cup shredded cheese (use feta, kasseri, or mozzarella for a Mediterranean twist

Veggies & Flavor

• ½ cup chopped spinach (fresh or thawed from frozen)
• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
• ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped Kalamata olives (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
• 1 clove garlic, minced (or ¼ tsp garlic powder)

Seasonings

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of crushed red chili flakes for heat

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or use silicone liners.

2. Blend the Base:
In a blender or mixing bowl, combine eggs and cottage cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the Good Stuff:
Pour the mixture into a bowl. Stir in shredded cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, herbs, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

4. Fill the Muffin Tin:
Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling about ¾ of the way.

5. Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until egg bites are puffed and golden on top. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.

6. Cool & Serve:
Let cool for 5 minutes, then gently remove. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Serving Ideas:-

Pair with a dollop of hummus, tzatziki, or serve on a bed of arugula with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice.