Low Sugar Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Creamy, fresh, and packed with flavor, this cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-cook meal that feels indulgent without any of the guilt. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-dense base that pairs beautifully with juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil — it's essentially a deconstructed caprese with a satisfying, hearty twist. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle depth without any added sweeteners sneaking in. For anyone keeping a close eye on added sugar, this recipe is naturally clean — every ingredient earns its place on flavor alone. The flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper do serious heavy lifting here, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting. Assembly takes minutes and requires zero cooking, making it an ideal lunch, light dinner, or high-protein snack you'll want on repeat.
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2 servings
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls, spreading it into a shallow, even layer.
- 2
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and torn basil leaves over each bowl.
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