Cottage Cheese Bowls with Fresh Vegetables and Seeds Recipe
Introduction
This Cottage Cheese Bowl is a quick, refreshing, and nutritious dish perfect for breakfast or a light snack. Combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh vegetables and crunchy seeds, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors in just minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1.5 tbsp chopped dill
- ¼ cup sliced English cucumber
- ¼ cup sliced radish
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds (optional)
- A little bit of salt
- A little bit of black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Finely chop the dill and mix it into the cottage cheese in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper if desired.
- Step 2: Cut the red bell pepper, radish, and cucumber into small pieces. Arrange them on top of the cottage cheese mixture.
- Step 3: Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds over the bowl for extra crunch and nutrition.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or chives if you don’t have dill for a different flavor.
- Try adding cherry tomatoes or avocado slices for more variety.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.
Storage
Store the assembled bowl in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days for best freshness. To avoid sogginess, keep seeds separate until ready to eat. Reheat is not recommended as the dish is best served cold.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other types of cheese instead of cottage cheese?
Yes, soft cheeses like ricotta or cream cheese can work, but cottage cheese provides a unique creamy texture with lower fat content.
Is it necessary to add seeds?
No, seeds add crunch and nutrition, but the bowl is delicious without them. Feel free to omit or substitute with nuts if preferred.
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Cottage Cheese Bowls with Fresh Vegetables and Seeds Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
A quick and nutritious Cottage Cheese Bowl recipe combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh vegetables, herbs, and seeds for a light and healthy meal or snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 1.5 tbsp chopped Dill
- ¼ cup sliced English cucumber
- ¼ cup sliced Radish
- ¼ cup diced Red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp Pumpkin seeds
- 1 tbsp Hemp seeds (optional)
- A little bit Salt
- A little bit Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the herb mix: Finely chop the dill and combine it with the cottage cheese in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper if desired, then mix gently to combine the flavors.
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the English cucumber and radish, and dice the red bell pepper into small pieces. Arrange these fresh vegetables on top of the cottage cheese mixture evenly.
- Add the seeds: Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds (if using) over the vegetables to add crunch and nutritional benefits. Serve immediately for a fresh, healthy bowl.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs and vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Hemp seeds are optional but add extra protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
- You can customize toppings by adding other seeds or nuts as preferred.
- This recipe is best served fresh and not stored for long periods to maintain crispness of vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cottage cheese bowl, healthy snack, quick recipe, fresh vegetables, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, low fat, easy meal
