Honey Free Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Bright cherry tomatoes, fragrant torn basil, and creamy full-fat cottage cheese come together in a bowl that feels like a summer caprese salad got a serious protein upgrade. The combination of textures is genuinely satisfying — silky, juicy, and fresh all at once — and a drizzle of good olive oil ties everything together beautifully. Many store-bought dressings and glazes sneak sweeteners into the mix, but this recipe keeps things clean and naturally sweet-free, relying on ripe tomatoes and balsamic glaze (which is simply reduced vinegar) for any hint of depth. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an ideal lunch, light dinner, or impressive appetizer when you need something fast. The flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper do a lot of heavy lifting here, so don't skip them. Red pepper flakes are optional but highly recommended if you want a little heat to contrast the cool, creamy base.
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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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