High-Protein Broccoli Cheese Egg Casserole Recipe (3 Ingredients, 35 Minutes) High Protein Recipes Casseroles Brunch Breakfast Lunch Dinner Gluten-free Low Sugar Recipes

Three ingredient recipes? Yes, please! This high-protein broccoli cheddar frittata egg casserole recipe has just three simple ingredients and is on the table in a little over 30 minutes. The high-protein recipe can be served for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner.

To make this frittata recipe you will need these simple ingredients: fresh broccoli, eggs and cheese. Not only do you have minimal prep, but you get the health benefits of broccoli, the health benefits of eggs and the health benefits of protein in every bite.

You could easily swap the broccoli in this gluten-free frittata squares recipe for spinach, asparagus, zucchini, red peppers or your favorite vegetable. If you're feeling crazy, throw in some cooked breakfast sausage, bacon or leftover salmon.

Serve the baked egg casserole for breakfast or brunch with a side of fruit, or for lunch or dinner with a fresh garden salad on the side.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients 

• 2 - 3 cups chopped broccoli, steamed until crisp-tender 
• 12 eggs
• 2 cups shredded yellow or white cheddar cheese

Here's how to make it:

1. Combine the eggs, cheese and broccoli in a bowl. Stir. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. You could use whatever vegetable you like, just make sure it's cooked to at least crisp-tender before adding it. Try other cheeses like gruyere, Swiss, fontina or Monterey Jack.
2. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for about 25 to 30 minutes or until the eggs are set. Cool about 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave.

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