Description
A Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl is a healthy and flavorful dish that typically combines a base of cottage cheese with various savory toppings. The key ingredient—cottage cheese—is packed with protein, calcium, and probiotics, making it an excellent choice for supporting overall health.
Ingredients
Scale
For the cottage cheese base:
- 1 cup high-quality cottage cheese (full-fat recommended)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Savory toppings (mix and match):
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cucumber, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (dill, chives, parsley)
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning
- 2 tablespoons toasted nuts or seeds
Instructions
1. Prepare the Base
- Place cottage cheese in a serving bowl
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
- Gently fold to combine while maintaining texture
2. Prepare Toppings
- Halve cherry tomatoes
- Dice cucumber and red onion
- Slice avocado just before serving
- Chop fresh herbs
- Toast nuts/seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes
3. Assemble the Bowl
- Create sections or layers with your chosen toppings
- Arrange colorfully for visual appeal
- Finish with everything bagel seasoning
- Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired
Notes
Top your bowl with extras like cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, avocado, or a soft-boiled egg for added texture and nutrition. It’s a protein-packed, low-carb meal perfect for any time of day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Assembled
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl