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Healthy Cottage Cheese Protein Bowls

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Quick, easy, and customizable protein bowls featuring cottage cheese combined with fresh fruits, nuts, and savory or sweet toppings for a nutritious meal or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat, small-curd preferred)
  • ½ cup fresh fruits (berries, banana slices, chopped apples, peaches)
  • 2 tablespoons nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds), toasted
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweet bowls)
  • Pinch of sea salt and dash of black pepper (for savory bowls)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (mint, basil, parsley) or spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, smoked paprika, za’atar)
  • ½ cup chopped vegetables (cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado slices, shredded carrots, bell peppers) for savory bowls
  • Optional protein add-ins: hard-boiled eggs, smoked salmon, cooked quinoa
  • Optional extras: Greek yogurt, coconut flakes, dark chocolate shavings
  • Optional dairy-free alternative: firm tofu blended with lemon juice and salt

Instructions

  1. Scoop about 1 cup (225g) of cottage cheese into a mixing bowl. For a smoother texture, blend for 20-30 seconds until creamy but not watery.
  2. For sweet bowls, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup. For savory bowls, add a pinch of sea salt and a dash of black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Slice ½ cup of chosen fruit (about 75g) or chop ½ cup of vegetables. Finely chop about 1 tablespoon of herbs if using.
  4. Toast 2 tablespoons (about 15g) of nuts or seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Let cool.
  5. Spoon the cottage cheese base into your serving bowl. Arrange fruits or veggies on top in a visually appealing way.
  6. Sprinkle toasted nuts and seeds evenly over the top.
  7. Drizzle extra honey or olive oil if desired. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for sweet versions or smoked paprika for savory ones.
  8. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add fresh herbs or crunchy toppings just before serving if chilled.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste as cottage cheese saltiness varies. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. For meal prep, keep wet and dry toppings separate until serving to maintain texture. Use plain cottage cheese to control added sugars. Dairy-free option available by substituting cottage cheese with blended firm tofu.

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