Sesame 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 way 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 finished with crisp cucumber rounds and fragrant fresh dill. A generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, adding a silky richness that makes each bite feel genuinely satisfying. For anyone navigating sesame-free eating, this bowl is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is naturally free of the allergen, with no tahini, sesame oil, or hidden seed blends anywhere in sight. It's the kind of recipe where you can shop with confidence and assemble without second-guessing a label. Serve it as a light lunch, a high-protein snack, or a refreshing side alongside your favorite main — and don't skip the red pepper flakes if you want a little heat to balance the cool, herby base.
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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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