High-Protein Sheet Pan Eggs (Printable)

Fluffy oven-baked eggs with cottage cheese, tomatoes, spinach, and bell peppers. Perfect for meal prep and quick breakfasts.

# Ingredient List:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 10 large eggs
02 - 1.5 cups low-fat cottage cheese
03 - 0.25 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened plant-based

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - 0.5 cup zucchini, diced
08 - 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Seasonings

09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
12 - Pinch of chili flakes, optional

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 13x9 inch rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
03 - Stir in salt, pepper, and dried herbs until evenly distributed.
04 - Add tomatoes, spinach, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Mix gently to combine without breaking down vegetables.
05 - Pour the egg mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently tap the pan on the counter to settle the mixture and ensure even distribution.
06 - Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the eggs are just set in the center and lightly golden around the edges.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice into squares, garnish with fresh chives or parsley, and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's basically a complete protein-packed breakfast that bakes while you scroll through your phone—no babysitting required.
  • One pan means one thing to clean, which honestly might be the best part of meal prep.
  • You can eat it warm on Monday or cold straight from the fridge on Friday and it still tastes great.
02 -
  • Don't overbake this—the cottage cheese and eggs continue cooking slightly after you pull it from the oven, so aiming for 'just set' instead of completely firm saves you from a rubbery result.
  • Chopping your vegetables uniformly actually matters because larger pieces stay raw while tiny ones turn mushy; aim for roughly the same size throughout.
03 -
  • Room-temperature eggs whisk into the cottage cheese more smoothly, creating a better texture throughout the finished dish.
  • Tapping the pan on the counter before baking helps release air bubbles and prevents weird gaps or uneven cooking spots.
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