Coconut Free Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Fresh, bright, and genuinely satisfying, this cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-cook meal that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a creamy, protein-packed base that pairs beautifully with juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil — a combination that tastes like summer in a bowl. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweet tang that takes the whole thing up a notch. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from coconut in any form, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just layer, drizzle, season, and serve. The flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper are small touches that make a real difference, and a pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough heat if you're into it. Whether you're pulling together a quick lunch or a light dinner, this bowl delivers serious flavor with almost no effort.
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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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