Nitrate & Nitrite 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 both indulgent and genuinely fresh. The combination of textures — silky, juicy, and a little chewy from the basil — makes every bite more interesting than you'd expect from something this simple to assemble. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweet tang that takes the whole thing to another level. For anyone navigating preserved or cured foods, this kind of recipe is a relief — every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, with no processed meats or cured items anywhere in sight. Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper do all the seasoning work cleanly and simply. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an ideal lunch, light dinner, or high-protein snack when you want something satisfying without a lot of fuss.
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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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