Breastfeeding Friendly Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Full-fat cottage cheese is the real star here — it delivers a serious hit of protein and calcium in every spoonful, both of which are especially important when your body is working overtime to produce milk. Ripe cherry tomatoes bring a burst of juicy sweetness, while fresh torn basil keeps things bright and aromatic without any fuss. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together with healthy fats that support both you and your baby. The whole thing comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, which is honestly a lifesaver on days when you barely have a free hand. Optional balsamic glaze and red pepper flakes let you dial the flavor up or down depending on your mood — or your tolerance for spice while nursing. It's naturally gluten free with no swaps needed, so there's no label-reading or ingredient hunting involved. Light enough to eat as a snack but satisfying enough to call lunch, this bowl is the kind of nourishing, no-stress meal that fits seamlessly into a busy postpartum day.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!