Caffeine Free Gluten Free Cucumber Dill Cottage Cheese Bowl
Cool, creamy, and packed with fresh flavor, this cucumber dill cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-cook meal that feels effortlessly put together. 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. Crisp English cucumber rounds add a satisfying crunch, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together with a silky, savory finish. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of caffeine, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out — just wholesome, straightforward food. A pinch of red pepper flakes at the end is optional but highly recommended if you want a little heat to balance the cool, tangy base. It comes together in minutes with barely any cleanup, making it a perfect light lunch, quick snack, or refreshing side dish any time of day.
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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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