Carrageenan Free Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Bright cherry tomatoes, fragrant torn basil, and a glossy drizzle of olive oil transform a simple bowl of cottage cheese into something genuinely craveable. The combination of creamy, protein-packed cottage cheese with the acidity of fresh tomatoes and the herbal punch of basil hits every note — rich, fresh, and satisfying all at once. One thing worth knowing about cottage cheese is that many commercial brands quietly sneak carrageenan into their products as a stabilizer, so sourcing a clean, additive-free full-fat variety is the key move here. With the right cottage cheese in hand, every ingredient in this bowl is naturally free of that additive, no label gymnastics required. A finishing touch of balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together beautifully, though the bowl is equally delicious without it. This comes together in minutes with zero cooking, making it a brilliant option for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or even a high-protein snack that actually feels indulgent.
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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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