Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
A Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl is a quick high-protein meal made with creamy cottage cheese, fresh vegetables, and crunchy pistachios.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons minced chives or finely minced scallion greens divided
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup sliced Persian cucumbers
- ½ medium bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 10 grape tomatoes halved
- 1 tablespoon chopped roasted shelled pistachios
- Kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small serving bowl, combine the cottage cheese with 1 tablespoon of the minced chives.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper according to your taste.
- Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly in the bowl.
- Arrange the sliced cucumbers, chopped bell pepper, and halved grape tomatoes on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of chives over the vegetables.
- Garnish with the chopped roasted pistachios.
- Finish with a pinch of kosher salt and additional black pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl.
Notes
- Persian cucumbers provide the best crunch, but English cucumbers work well too.
- Cherry tomatoes can be substituted for grape tomatoes.
- Green onions can replace chives if needed.
- This bowl pairs beautifully with whole-grain toast or crackers.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.