Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl (Printer-Friendly)

A protein-packed bowl blending creamy cottage cheese with crisp, fresh vegetables and herbs.

# What You 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 Cook:

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 visually appealing pattern.
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 -
  • High-protein breakfast with 18g protein per serving to keep you full all morning
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and low-carb friendly
  • Customizable with your favorite vegetables and toppings
  • Visually stunning presentation that makes healthy eating exciting
02 -
  • Choose cottage cheese with visible curds for better texture and visual appeal
  • Cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces for a more polished presentation
  • Toast seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes to enhance their nutty flavor
  • Mix ingredients only right before eating to keep vegetables crisp
  • Use a microplane to add fresh lemon zest for an extra layer of brightness
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