Eggless 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 way 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 lemon juice and a generous handful of fresh dill — the combination is genuinely addictive. Thin rounds of English cucumber add a satisfying crunch, and a finishing drizzle of good olive oil ties everything together with a silky, savory note. A pinch of red pepper flakes on top gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting without overwhelming the delicate herb flavor. Every ingredient here is naturally free from eggs, so there's no substituting or second-guessing — just straightforward, wholesome food that comes together in minutes. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a high-protein snack, or even a refreshing side alongside grilled proteins. If you've been sleeping on cottage cheese as a meal base, this bowl is the recipe that will finally convert you.
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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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