Beef Free Gluten Free Cucumber Dill Cottage Cheese Bowl
Cool, creamy, and loaded with fresh flavor, this cucumber dill cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-fuss meal that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes to pull together. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-packed base that gets brightened up with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a generous handful of fragrant dill. Thin rounds of English cucumber add a satisfying crunch, while a drizzle of good olive oil ties everything together with a silky, savory finish. A pinch of red pepper flakes at the end gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant and dairy-based, there's zero guesswork about what's in your bowl — no meat, no hidden animal proteins, just clean, wholesome components you can feel good about. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it an ideal light lunch, quick snack, or elegant starter when you want something refreshing without turning on the stove.
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2 servings
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 medium english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly seasoned.
- 2
Divide the seasoned cottage cheese between two serving bowls.
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