Gut Friendly Gluten Free Peach Pecan Cottage Cheese Bowl
Ripe summer peaches, warm-spiced toasted pecans, and creamy full-fat cottage cheese come together in a bowl that feels indulgent but is genuinely nourishing. Full-fat cottage cheese is a gut-friendly powerhouse — it's rich in protein and easier on the digestive system than many other dairy options, making it a smart base for a satisfying meal or snack. The peaches add natural sweetness and fiber, while the honey and optional vanilla keep things feeling like a treat rather than a health obligation. Toasting the pecans in a dry skillet with cinnamon and salt is a small step that makes a huge difference, coaxing out a deep, nutty aroma that elevates the whole bowl. Everything here is naturally gluten free with no substitutions needed, so there's no hunting for specialty products or worrying about hidden additives. It comes together in under ten minutes with minimal cleanup, which is exactly the kind of recipe a sensitive gut — and a busy schedule — can get behind.
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2 servings
- ½ cup pecan halves
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 medium ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pecan halves and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as they can burn quickly. Remove from heat and toss immediately with the cinnamon and salt.
- 2
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two bowls.
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