Brazil Nut 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 make. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-packed base that gets brightened up with a squeeze of lemon juice and a generous handful of fresh dill. Thin rounds of English cucumber add a satisfying crunch, while a drizzle of good olive oil ties everything together with a silky finish. A pinch of red pepper flakes on top gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination anxiety to deal with — just straightforward, wholesome food. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a high-protein snack, or even a quick weeknight dinner 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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