Appetizer: Crustless Vegetarian Egg Quiche
A low carb, crustless 12 egg and veggies quiche.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Crustless Vegetarian Egg Quiche
Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.
Ingredients
1 lb cottage cheese, lowfat
12 large eggs
1/2 tsp pepper
1 dash salt
1 cup strips or slices carrots
1 1/2 cups cauliflower
1 cup chopped or sliced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups flowerets broccoli
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese, low fat
Instructions
1. Sauté vegetables in a non-stick skillet until lightly browned.
2. While vegetables are cooking up; mix eggs, cottage cheese, monterey jack cheese, salt and pepper in large mixing bowl. Set aside.
3. When vegetables are done, spray a 9x13" glass casserole dish with olive oil and pour the vegetables mixture in the bottom.
4. Pour egg mixture on top, evenly spread across the top of the vegetables.
5. Bake at 400 °F (200 °C) for 45 to 60 minutes, until eggs are set and top is lightly browned.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 12
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 179 | ||
Fat 9.87 | ||
Carbohydrate 4.64 | ||
Protein 17.54 |