🥧 Mediterranean Spinach & Cheese Crustless Bake
Description
This Mediterranean Spinach & Cheese Crustless Bake is a light, savory oven dish made with eggs, spinach, cheese, and vegetables, baked until beautifully golden. Similar to a crustless quiche or spanakopita-style bake, it’s naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a simple dinner with salad.
🛒 Ingredients
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6 large eggs
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1 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt)
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1½ cups fresh spinach, chopped (or frozen, well-drained)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or kasseri cheese
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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½ cup chopped green onions or leeks
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1 clove garlic, minced
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½ tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp black pepper
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¾ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Optional Add-Ins (as seen in similar bakes)
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¼ cup diced cooked turkey, chicken, or ham
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¼ cup chopped zucchini or bell pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a round baking dish with olive oil. -
Prepare Vegetables
In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil.
Sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add spinach and cook just until wilted. Cool slightly. -
Mix Egg Base
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. -
Combine
Fold in spinach mixture, mozzarella, feta, and green onions. -
Bake
Pour mixture into the prepared dish.
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until set in the center and golden on top. -
Rest & Slice
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve with a Greek cucumber-tomato salad
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Add olives and extra feta on the side
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Enjoy warm or at room temperature
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this dish low-carb?
A: Yes! It’s naturally low in carbs and high in protein.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Absolutely — it keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, slice and freeze for up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Use dairy-free yogurt and cheese alternatives.
Q: Why is there no crust?
A: The egg and yogurt base keeps it fluffy and light without flour or pastry.

