Legume Free Gluten Free Cucumber Dill Cottage Cheese Bowl
Cool, creamy, and bright with fresh herbs, this cucumber dill cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-fuss meal that somehow feels both effortless and a little fancy. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-packed base that gets lifted by a squeeze of lemon juice and a generous handful of fresh dill — the combination is genuinely addictive. Crisp English cucumber slices add a satisfying crunch, and a finishing drizzle of good olive oil pulls everything together into something that tastes far more considered than the prep time would suggest. For anyone navigating a legume-free lifestyle, bowls like this can be tricky to find since so many quick, healthy meals lean on beans or lentils for substance — but this one delivers that same hearty, filling quality through dairy and fresh produce alone. Every ingredient here is naturally free of legumes, so there's no label-scanning or ingredient-swapping required. A pinch of red pepper flakes at the end adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or even a simple side alongside grilled proteins.
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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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