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Sweet and savory cottage cheese bowls with berries, granola, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers

Cottage Cheese Bowls: The Best High-Protein Meal You’re Not Eating


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  • Author: Norah Estelwyn
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

A vibrant, protein-packed bowl that’s completely customizable — sweet, savory, or even spicy — perfect for breakfast, lunch, or post-workout fuel.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup plain cottage cheese (full-fat or whipped)
  • Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, banana, mango)
  • Nut butter or seeds (e.g., almond butter, chia, pumpkin seeds)
  • Roasted vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers, spinach)
  • Lean protein (e.g., shredded chicken, ground beef, hard-boiled eggs)
  • Healthy fats (e.g., avocado, olive oil)
  • Spices or sauces (e.g., cinnamon, chili flakes, hot honey, ranch, Italian herbs)

Instructions

  1. Start with ½ cup of cottage cheese as your base.
  2. Choose a flavor direction: sweet, savory, or spicy.
  3. Top with fresh fruit and drizzle honey for a sweet bowl.
  4. Top with roasted vegetables and protein for a savory bowl.
  5. Add chili flakes, salsa, or buffalo sauce for spicy options.
  6. Sprinkle seeds or drizzle nut butter for extra texture and nutrition.
  7. Optional: Blend cottage cheese for a whipped base if preferred.
  8. Serve immediately or prep ahead for meal prep.

Notes

Use plain, full-fat cottage cheese for best taste and texture. Avoid flavored versions to reduce added sugars and gums.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Healthy Bowls
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg