Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl: Quick, Protein Breakfast (Print Version)
Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl for a quick, high-protein breakfast. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings for a healthy start to your day.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 1 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Foundation
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3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese
→ Vibrant Veggie Medley
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1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 cup cucumber, diced
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1/4 medium avocado, diced
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1 tbsp red onion, finely diced
→ Flavorful Finishing Touches
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1 tsp everything bagel seasoning
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1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
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1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 tsp hot sauce (or to taste)
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, toasted
# Instructions:
01 -
Halve 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, dice 1/4 cup cucumber, and finely dice 1 tbsp red onion. These fresh ingredients form the vibrant base for your Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl: Quick, Protein Breakfast. Set aside for assembly.
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Carefully dice 1/4 medium avocado into small, even pieces. Avocado adds a creamy richness and healthy fats to your Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl. Keep the pieces uniform for a pleasant texture in every bite.
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Spoon 3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese into your serving bowl. This creamy foundation is the star of your Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl: Quick, Protein Breakfast, providing a substantial protein base for a satisfying start to your day.
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Arrange the halved 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, diced 1/4 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 medium avocado, and finely diced 1 tbsp red onion over the cottage cheese. Distribute them evenly for a colorful and balanced presentation.
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Sprinkle 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and drizzle 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil over the bowl. Add 1/2 tsp hot sauce (or to taste) for a kick. These flavors elevate your Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl.
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Garnish your Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl: Quick, Protein Breakfast with 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped, and 1 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh textures and vibrant flavors of this quick and healthy meal.
# Notes:
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For an extra bright flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice over the finished bowl.
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This bowl is best enjoyed fresh. If prepping ahead, keep the cottage cheese and toppings separate and combine just before serving to prevent sogginess.
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Feel free to swap cherry tomatoes for bell peppers, or dill for fresh chives. Toasted sunflower seeds can replace pumpkin seeds for a similar crunch.
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Enjoy this bowl on its own, or serve with a side of whole-grain crackers or a slice of toasted sourdough for added texture.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Small bowl
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 295 kcal
Total Fat: 19 g
Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
Protein: 25 g