Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl (Printable)

Protein-rich bowl featuring creamy cottage cheese and crisp fresh vegetables with herbs and seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or whole milk

→ Fresh Vegetables

02 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/4 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1 small radish, thinly sliced

→ Toppings & Flavorings

07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
12 - Pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes, optional
13 - 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Divide cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls.
02 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, spinach, and radish on top of cottage cheese in a visually appealing manner.
03 - Drizzle each bowl with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika or chili flakes if desired.
04 - Garnish with chopped chives, parsley, and toasted seeds.
05 - Serve immediately, mixing ingredients together just before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Packed with 18 grams of protein per serving to keep you full
  • Customizable with your favorite fresh vegetables and toppings
  • Naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and low-carb friendly
  • Beautiful presentation makes breakfast feel special every day
02 -
  • Use high-quality cottage cheese with live and active cultures for added probiotic benefits
  • Prep your vegetables the night before and store them in airtight containers for an even quicker morning assembly
  • Season each component individually before assembling for more complex, layered flavors
  • Don't skip the olive oil—it helps your body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins from the vegetables
  • Mix the bowl gently just before eating to maintain the integrity of each ingredient while ensuring flavor in every bite
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