High-Protein Asparagus and Bacon Crustless Quiche
The Ultimate Healthy Lunch or Picnic Slice
This Crustless Asparagus and Bacon Quiche is a delicious, low-carb, and protein-packed meal perfect for anyone following a calorie-controlled or healthy eating plan. By swapping a traditional pastry crust for a savory egg and cottage cheese base, you save on fat and calories without losing any flavor.
Featuring tender spring asparagus, smoky lean bacon, and a blend of savory cheeses, this quiche is ideal for meal prep, family brunches, or a portable picnic snack.
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Yield: Serves 5
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 50 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Ingredients
To keep this recipe weight-loss friendly, we use lean cuts of meat and fat-free dairy:
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500g Fresh Asparagus Spears: Woody ends removed and chopped.
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4 Slices Lean Smoked Back Bacon: All visible fat trimmed away.
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1 Large Onion: Finely diced.
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350g Fat-Free Cottage Cheese: Provides a creamy texture without the heavy cream.
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5 Large Eggs: Farm fresh for the best color.
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30g Parmesan Cheese: Finely grated for a salty kick.
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120g Reduced-Fat Cheddar or Red Leicester: Grated.
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Low-Calorie Cooking Oil Spray: Use enough to lightly coat the pan.
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Seasoning: A pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper.